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Contents
About this guide........................................................................................................ vii
P8Z77-I DELUXE specifications summary............................................................... ix
Welcome! ....................................................................................................1-1
Package contents.......................................................................................1-1
Special features..........................................................................................1-2
Before you proceed ...................................................................................2-1
Motherboard overview...............................................................................2-2
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Contents
Starting up for the first time....................................................................2-45
Turning off the computer.........................................................................2-45
Knowing BIOS............................................................................................3-1
BIOS setup program..................................................................................3-1
Main menu ..................................................................................................3-5
Ai Tweaker menu........................................................................................3-7
Advanced menu .......................................................................................3-16
Monitor menu ...........................................................................................3-26
Boot menu ................................................................................................3-29
Tools menu ...............................................................................................3-31
Exit menu..................................................................................................3-33
Updating BIOS..........................................................................................3-34
Support DVD information..........................................................................4-1
Software information.................................................................................4-3
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Contents
technologies...............................................................................................4-40
RAID configurations ................................................................................4-52
Creating a RAID driver disk.....................................................................4-57
LucidLogix Virtu MVP................................................................................5-1
Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP....................................................................5-1
Setting up your display.................................................................................5-2
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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.
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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.
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Chapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when
installing system components. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and
connectors on the motherboard.
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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.
Chapter 5: 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.
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ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
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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 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.
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 (+).
Example: <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del>
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P8Z77-I DELUXE specifications summary
LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium® / Celeron®
processors
CPU
Supports 22nm / 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 DIMMs, 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
1 x PCI Express 3.0* / 2.0 x16 slot
* PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors.
Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel® HD Graphics support
Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI-I port
VGA
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Supports DisplayPort 1.1a with max. resolution 2560 x 1600@60Hz
Supports HDMI with max. resolution 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
Supports LucidLogix Virtu MVP Technology*
* LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows 7 operating systems.
Storage
Intel® Z77 Express Chipset:
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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 (on the back panel) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support
Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® Rapid Start Technology,
Intel® Smart Connect Technology*
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Supports on Intel® Core™ processor family with Windows® 7 operating systems.
LAN
Intel® 82579V Gigabit LAN- Dual interconnect between the integrated LAN controller
and physical layer (PHY)
Wireless Data
Network
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n supports dual frequency band 2.4 GHz/ 5 GHz
ASUS Wi-Fi GO! Utility
Bluetooth
Bluetooth v4.0
Bluetooth v3.0 + HS
Audio
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
Optical S/PDIF out ports at back I/O
* Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel
audio output.
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USB
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 the mid-board for front panel support
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at the back panel (blue)
Intel® Z77 Express Chipset
8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at the mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel)
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ASMedia® USB 3.0 controllers - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode**
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at the back panel (blue)
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* The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® 7 or later versions operating systems.
The UASP standard only supports Windows® 8.
** The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® XP or later versions operating
systems. The UASP standard only supports Windows® 8.
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 Wi-Fi GO!:
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Wi-Fi GO! Function: DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion Control, File Transfer,
Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, Capture & Send (available with
V1.01.00 or later)
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Wi-Fi GO! Remote for portable Smartphone/Tablet, supporting iOS and
Android systems.
Wi-Fi Engine for network sharing and connection: Client Mode, AP Mode.
ASUS Exclusive Features:
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ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top
network program in use.
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USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard
USB Charger+ featuring quick-charging function for all smart devices.
AI Charger+
Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support
AI Suite II
Anti Surge
MemOK!
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:
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ASUS Fanless Design: Heatsink solution
ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS EZ DIY:
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ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ
BIOS download scheduling
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ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
ASUS O.C. Tuner
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS Q-Design:
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ASUS Q-Shield
ASUS Q-Cable
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ASUS
Precision Tweaker 2:
exclusive
overclocking
features
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vCore: 191-step Vcore voltage control
iGPU: 128-step iGPU voltage control
vCCSA: 191-step System Agent voltage control
vDRAM Bus: 188-step Memory voltage control
vPCH: 8-step Chipset voltage control at 0.050v increment
vCPU_PLL: 2-step CPU control at 0.100v increment
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection):
BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at 0.1MHz increment
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Overclocking Protection:
ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
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Back Panel
I/O Ports
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI port
1 x DVI-I port
2 x antenna ports (for Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/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) port
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 (19-pin)
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 CPU Fan connector (4-pin)
1 x Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin)
System Panel connector (Q-Cable)
Front panel audio connector (AAFP)
24-pin EATX Power connector
8-pin EATX 12V Power connector
1 x MemOK! button
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x S/PDIF out header
1 x Chassis Intrusion header
1 x TPU switch
1 x speaker header
BIOS features
64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI
2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12
PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect)
memory information
Manageability
Accessories
WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE
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 Manual
Support DVD
Form factor
Drivers
ASUS Utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
mini-ITX Form Factor, 6.7”x 6.7” (17cm x 17cm)
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1:
Product introduction
1.1
Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-I DELUXE motherboard!
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another
standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in
your package with the list below.
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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
User Manual
ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE
User manual
Support DVD
1 x ASUS Q-Shield
1 bag of screws
motherboard
2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables
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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1.3
Special features
1.3.1
Product highlights
LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second/Third Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 /
Pentium® / 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.
Dual-Channel DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 /
1333 / 1066 MHz Support
The motherboard supports 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 meet
the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet
applications. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system
memory to boost system 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).
As such, PCIe 3.0 provides users an 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.
Complete USB 3.0 Integration
Double USB Access, Double Convenience
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 affords greater convenience to high speed
connectivity.
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Intel® Smart Response Technology
SSD Speed with HDD Capacity
Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance by using 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.
* Intel® Smart Response Technology is supported by 3rd/2nd 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 could receive web updates with fresh content for selected applications, even
when setting the system to sleep. This means less time waiting for applications to start,
update and sync with the cloud, providing a more efficient way.
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.
1.3.2
Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM
The world’s first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered the use of two onboard
chips—EPU (Energy Processing Unit) and TPU (TurboV 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 scenarios, with accurate input through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS
interface. This proprietary design increases overclocking headroom to push performance to
its full potential.
TPU
The Ultimate Turbo Processor
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.
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EPU
Energy Efficiency All Around
Tap into the world’s first real-time PC power saving chip through 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.
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ASUS Exclusive Features
Wi-Fi GO!
Onboard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth v4.0/3.0+HS design enables smart connectivity to Bluetooth
and wireless devices with no additional chapter and cost. It also provides peer-to-peer
communication with no central access points to enjoy the convenience, and faster transfer
rates of Wi-Fi on desktops.
ASUS exclusive functions of Wi-Fi GO! build a seamless multimedia cloud environment,
bringing our users a whole new level of future entertainment lifestyle. ASUS Wi-Fi GO! offers
several exclusive wireless functions, which provide users the easiest file transfer to handheld
devices, the best convenient remote multimedia integration, the most entertaining Wi-Fi
sensor control, and the most outstanding home cloud environment. Future technology is
instantly all in hand through ASUS Wi-Fi GO!.
USB Charger+
With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge your USB devices such iProducts,
smartphones, tablets, and other portable devices 50% faster, even when the PC is powered
off, in sleep, or hibernation.
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
iPod, iPhone and iPad, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices three times*** as fast as
before.
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Ai Charger is ASUS unique fast-charging software which supports iPod, iPhone and
iPad.
** Check your USB mobile device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function.
***The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.
GPU Boost
Go to the Limit with iGPU Level Up!
GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance. The user-
friendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. It easily delivers stable system-
level upgrades for every use.
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USB 3.0 Boost
Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with UASP
New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the
latest USB 3.0 standard. With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device’s transmission speed
is significantly increased up to 170%, adding to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer
speed. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0
peripherals without the need for any user interaction.
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The USAP support varies with models.
Due to Intel® USB 3.0 Controller limitation, the USB 3.0 Boost is not supported in
Windows® XP.
USB BIOS Flashback
Easy, Worry-free USB BIOS Flashback
A truly revolutionary hardware-based BIOS update solution. USB BIOS Flashback offers the
most convenient way ever to update the BIOS! It allows users to update new UEFI BIOS
versions, even without hardware such as a CPU or DRAM installed into the motherboard.
Just plug in a USB flash drive containing the BIOS file, and press the BIOS Flashback button
for 3 seconds with the power supply connected. The UEFI BIOS will then automatically
update without requiring further interaction. With its new complementary Windows®
application, users can regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest
BIOS automatically. Hassle-free updating for the ultimate convenience!
Network iControl
Real-time Network Bandwidth Control
With a single-click on/off button, the application currently in use has its data and network
bandwidth prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you can prioritize your favorite software
easily by configuring profiles through the intuitive user interface. Within the profile, programs
can be pre-scheduled to run in a specific time period to avoid network congestion and
long-waits on downloads. Auto PPPoE network connection provides a one-step setup for
enhanced online convenience. Overall, it’s an intuitive network bandwidth control center.
AI Suite II
One-stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features
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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1.3.4
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.
1.3.5
ASUS EZ DIY
ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode)
Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface
ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with selectable
modes, providing a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only
controls. It also fully-utilizes 2.2TB and larger hard drives in 64-bit operating systems with
native support.
ASUS exclusive interface
EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. Users can choose system performance settings,
and drag and drop boot priorities. Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes
detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for complete insight.
New upgrade! Quick and easy information for enhanced system control
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F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for sharing UEFI information and troubleshooting
New F3 Shortcut for most accessed information
ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information for accessing memory
information, detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations.
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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1.3.6
Other special features
LucidLogix Virtu MVP
LucidLogix Virtu MVP featuring HyperFormance™ Technology boosts your PCIe graphics
card up to 30% 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. Also, with newly designed Virtual Sync, users can enjoy a smoother gaming
experience by eliminating tearing artifacts. LucidLogix Virtu MVP can also dynamically
assigns tasks to the best available graphics resource, 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 PCIe graphic cards are not
required, the graphics control switches to the Intel® processor graphics, reducing the PCIe
graphics power use down to zero, making the system more environment-friendly. For users
searching for perfection, LucidLogix Virtu MVP provides great graphical performance, and
best quality and efficiency.
* 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 communications, 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 with your 3D display, then you can sit back and
enjoy a 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 setups—your existing stereo speakers or headphones. In addition to virtual surround,
it upgrades the original sound to new levels with Audio Restoration, recreating dynamic
range of audio files. Symmetry mode improves the balance of perceived loudness across
different input sources, and enhances boost audio quality through high hand 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 enabling 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, and ErP requires
products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumptions.
This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products
through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus
mitigate environmental impacts.
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 2
Chapter 2:
Hardware information
2.1
Before you proceed
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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ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE
2.2
Motherboard overview
2.2.1
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
Intel®
Z77
16
15
FLBK_LED
USB78
CLRTC
CLR_CMOS_BFLASH
6
7
8
SPDIF_OUT
AUDIO
SPEAKER
ALC
898-GR
USB3_34
F_PANEL
SB_PWR
PCIEX16
CHASSIS
AAFP
14
13
12
11
10
9
Refer to 2.2.7 Internal connectors and 2.3.12 Rear panel connection for more
information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
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Chapter 2: Hardware information
Layout contents
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots
Page
2-24
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,4-pin CHA_FAN)
LGA1155 CPU socket
DDR3 DIMM slots
2-5
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)
TPU switch
2-25
2-17
2-25
2-26
2-18
2-23
2-21
Speaker connector (4- pin SPEAKER)
System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) )
Onboard LED (SB_PWR)
Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)
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])
2-20
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34)
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)
Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)
USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
DRAM LED
2-22
2-24
2-23
2-27
2-22
2-19
2-16
MemOK! switch
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2.2.2
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® / Celeron® Processors.
P8Z77-I DELUXE CPU socket LGA1155
Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
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The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a
LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket.
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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Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2.3
System memory
The motherboard comes with two 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 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets
Recommended memory configurations
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ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE
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 2200/2000/1800 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.
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we
recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.
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:
- Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS.
- Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the
motherboard.
For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us.
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This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less
(Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB).
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.
P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 2400(O.C.) MHz capability
DIMM socket support
(Optional)
Voltage
SS/ Chip
Chip
NO.
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Timing
DS
Brand
1 DIMM
2 DIMMs
CORSAIR
G.SKILL
CMGTX8(XMP)
8GB(2GB x 4)
16GB(4GB x4)
SS
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)
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F3-19200CL9D-
4GBPIS(XMP)
G.SKILL
GEIL
4GB(2x 2GB)
DS
DS
SS
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9-11-9-28
9-11-9-27
1.65V
1.65V
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GET34GB2400C9DC(XMP) 2GB
FLLE88F-C8KKAA
2GB
KINGMAX
10-11-10-30 1.8V
HAIS(XMP)
TX2400KLU-
4GK(427652)(XMP)
Transcend
Transcend
4GB(2 x 2GB)
SS
SS
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1.65V
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TX2400KLU-4GK
(381850)(XMP)
4GB(2x 2GB)
9
TX2400KLU-
4GK(374243)(XMP)
Transcend
PATRIOT
4GB(2x 2GB)
4GB(2x 2GB)
DS
DS
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1.65V
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PVV34G2400C9K(XMP)
9-11-9-27
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Chapter 2: Hardware information
P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 2225(O.C.) MHz capability
DIMM socket support
(Optional)
SS/ Chip
Chip
NO.
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Timing
Voltage
DS
Brand
1 DIMM
2 DIMMs
KHX2250C9D3T1K2/
4GX(XMP)
Kingston
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.
P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capability
DIMM socket support (Optional)
SS/ Chip Chip
DS Brand NO.
Vendors Part No.
Size
Timing
Voltage
1 DIMM
2 DIMMs
G.SKILL
GEIL
F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
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9-10-9-28 1.65V
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GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP)
2GB
DS
DS
DS
GEIL
GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) 4GB
KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJAA-FEIS(XMP) 2GB
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KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJA FEIH(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
1.5V-1.7V
1.5V-1.7V
* The memory modules in 2200MHz and above are supported by this motherboard; however, the
actual frequency support varies 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.
P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz capability
DIMM socket support
(Optional)
SS/ Chip Chip
DS Brand NO.
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Timing
Voltage
1 DIMM
2 DIMMs
A-DATA
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
G.SKILL
GEIL
AX3U2133GC2G9B-DG2(XMP)
2GB
SS
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CMT16GX3M4X2133C9(XMP 1.3) 16GB( GB x4) DS
9-11-10-27 1.50V
9-10-9-24 1.65V
9-10-9-27 1.50V
9-11-10-28 1.65V
CMT4GX3M2A2133C9(XMP)
CMT4GX3M2B2133C9(XMP)
F3-17000CL9Q-16GBZH(XMP)
GE34GB2133C9DC(XMP)
GU34GB2133C9DC(XMP)
4GB(2x 2GB) DS
4GB(2x 2GB) DS
16GB(4GB x4) DS
2GB
DS
9-9-9-28
9-9-9-28
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1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
GEIL
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS
KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3X2K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1K4/8GX(XMP) 8GB(4 x 2GB) DS
KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1FK4/8GX(XMP) 8GB(4x 2GB) DS
9-11-9-27
9-11-9-27
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P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 2000(O.C.) MHz capability
DIMM socket support
(Optional)
SS/ Chip
DS Brand
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Chip NO. Timing
Voltage
1 DIMM
2 DIMMs
Apacer
78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP)
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS
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G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
GEIL
CMZ4GX3M2A2000C10(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) SS
CMT6GX3M3A2000C8(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS
F3-16000CL9D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
F3-16000CL6T-6GBPIS(XMP) 6GB (3x 2GB ) DS
10-10-10-27 1.50V
8-9-8-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-27
6-9-6-24
9-9-9-28
1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
GUP34GB2000C9DC(XMP)
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
4GB(2x 2GB ) DS
KHX2000C9AD3T1K2/
4GX(XMP)
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
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1.65V
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KHX2000C9AD3W1K2/
4GX(XMP)
4GB(2x 2GB ) DS
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
6GB(3x 2GB ) DS
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KHX2000C9AD3T1K2/
4GX(XMP)
9
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KHX2000C9AD3W1K3/
6GX(XMP)
KHX2000C9AD3T1K3/
6GX(XMP)
6GB (3x 2GB) DS
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS
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1.6V
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Transcend TX2000KLN-8GK(XMP)
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H5TQ2G8
3BFR H9C
Asint
SLA302G08-ML2HB(XMP)
PVT36G2000LLK
4GB
DS HYNIX
-
PATRIOT
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS
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8-8-8-24
1.65V
P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 1866(O.C.) MHz capability
DIMM socket support
(Optional)
SS/
DS
Chip Chip
Brand NO.
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Timing
Voltage
1 DIMM
2 DIMMs
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
G.SKILL
CMT4GX3M2A1866C9(XMP)
CMT6GX3MA1866C9(XMP)
CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9(XMP)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
6GB(3 x 2GB)
8GB(2 x 4GB)
DS
DS
DS
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9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
9-10-9-27
9-10-9-28
1.65V
1.65V
1.50V
1.5V
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F3-14900CL9Q-16GBZL(XMP) 16GB(4 x4GB) DS
F3-14900CL10Q2-
64GB(8x 8GB) DS
64GBZLD(XMP)
G.SKILL
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10-11-10-30 1.5V
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G.SKILL
G.SKILL
F3-14900CL9D-8GBXL(XMP)
F3-14900CL9Q-8GBXL(XMP)
8GB(2 x 4GB)
8GB(4 x 2GB)
DS
DS
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9-9-9-24
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1.6V
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KHX1866C9D3T1K3/
3GX(XMP)
KINGSTON
3GB(3 x 1GB)
SS
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1.65V
1.65V
1.5V
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KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3K4/16GX(XMP) 16GB(4 x 4GB) DS
KHX1866C9D3T1K3/
KINGSTON
6GB(3 x 2GB)
DS
6GX(XMP)
KINGSTON KHX1866C11D3P1K2/8G
8GB(2 x 4GB)
DS
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Chapter 2: Hardware information
P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 1600 MHz capability
DIMM socket
support (Optional)
SS/
DS
Chip
Brand
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Chip NO.
Timing
Voltage
1 DIMM 2 DIMM
3CCD-1509A
EL1126T
A-DATA
AM2U16BC2P1
2GB
SS
A-DATA
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A-DATA
AD31600E001GM(O)U3K
3GB(3 x 1GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
SS
DS
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7-9-7-21
1.65V-1.85V
1.55V-1.75V
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AX3U1600XB2G79-2X(XMP)
3CCD-1509A
EL1126T
A-DATA
AM2U16BC4P2
4GB
DS
A-DATA
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AX3U1600GC4G9-2G(XMP)
AX3U1600XC4G79-2X(XMP)
TR3X3G1600C8D(XMP)
8GB(2 x 4GB)
8GB(2 x 4GB)
3GB(3 x 1GB)
12GB(6x2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
6GB(3 x 2GB)
6GB(3 x 2GB)
6GB(3 x 2GB)
8GB(2 x 4GB)
8GB(2 x 4GB)
8GB(4 x 2GB)
6GB(3 x 2GB)
2GB(2 x 1GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
6GB(3 x 2GB)
8GB(2 x 4GB)
8GB(2 x 4GB)
8GB(2 x 4GB)
DS
DS
SS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
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DS
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CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
Crucial
CMD12GX3M6A1600C8(XMP)
CMP4GX3M2A1600C8(XMP)
CMP4GX3M2A1600C9(XMP)
CMP4GX3M2C1600C7(XMP)
CMX4GX3M2A1600C9(XMP)
CMX4GX3M2A1600C9(XMP)
TR3X6G1600C8 G(XMP)
TR3X6G1600C8D G(XMP)
TR3X6G1600C9 G(XMP)
CMP8GX3M2A1600C9(XMP)
CMZ8GX3M2A1600C7R(XMP)
CMX8GX3M4A1600C9(XMP)
BL25664BN1608.16FF(XMP)
F3-12800CL9D-2GBNQ(XMP)
F3-12800CL7D-4GBRH(XMP)
F3-12800CL7D-4GBECO(XMP)
F3-12800CL7D-4GBRM(XMP)
F3-12800CL8D-4GBRM(XMP)
F3-12800CL9D-4GBECO(XMP)
F3-12800CL9D-4GBRL(XMP)
F3-12800CL9T-6GBNQ(XMP)
F3-12800CL7D-8GBRH(XMP)
F3-12800CL8D-8GBECO(XMP)
F3-12800CL9D-8GBRL(XMP)
GET316GB1600C9QC(XMP)
GV34GB1600C8DC(XMP)
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
GEIL
9-9-9-24
7-7-7-24
7-7-8-24
7-8-7-24
8-8-8-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
7-8-7-24
8-8-8-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-28
8-8-8-28
7
1.5V
1.6V
XMP 1.35V
1.6V
1.60V
XMP 1.35V
1.5V
1.5V~1.6V
1.6V
XMP 1.35V
1.5V
16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS
1.6V
GEIL
2GB
DS
SS
DS
DS
SS
DS
1.6V
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
FLGD45F-B8MF7 MAEH(XMP)
FLGE85F-B8KJ9A FEIS(XMP)
FLGE85F-B8MF7 MEEH(XMP)
1GB
-
2GB
-
-
2GB
7
-
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2/4G
4GB(2 x 2GB)
12GB(3x4GB)
-
1.5V
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP)
9-9-9-27
1.65V
KHX1600C9D3T1BK3/
KINGSTON
12GB(3x4GB)
DS
-
-
9-9-9-27
1.65V
•
•
12GX(XMP)
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K4/16GX(XMP)
KINGSTON KHX1600C9AD3/2G
16GB ( 4GB x4 ) DS
-
-
-
-
-
-
1.65V
1.65V
•
•
•
•
2GB
2GB
DS
DS
D1288JPN
DPLD9U
KINGSTON KVR1600D3N11/2G-ES
KTC
11-11-11-28 1.35V-1.5V
•
•
KINGSTON KHX1600C7D3K2/4GX(XMP)
KINGSTON KHX1600C8D3K2/4GX(XMP)
KINGSTON KHX1600C8D3T1K2/4GX(XMP)
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K2/4GX(XMP)
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3LK2/4GX(XMP)
4GB ( 2x 2GB )
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
XMP 1.35V
1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
1.5V
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
8
8
9
9
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3X2K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB)
9-9-9-27
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP)
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP)
6GB ( 3x 2GB )
6GB(3 x 2GB)
-
9
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1BK3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB)
9-9-9-27
9-9-9-27
-
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K2/8GX(XMP)
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2/8G
8GB(2 x 4GB)
8GB(2 x 4GB)
(continued on the next page)
2-9
ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE
P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 1600 MHz capability (continued)
DIMM socket
support (Optional)
SS/
DS
Chip
Brand
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Chip NO.
Timing
Voltage
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs
Super Talent WA160UX6G9
6GB(3 x 2GB)
8GB(4GBx2)
2GB
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
-
-
9
-
-
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Transcend JM1600KLN-8GK
Transcend TK483PCW3
-
Asint
SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP)
Asint
3128M8-GJ1D 9-9-9-24
1.6V
Asint
SLA302G08-EGG1C(XMP)
SLA302G08-EGJ1C(XMP)
M2P2G64CB8HC9N-DG(XMP)
998659(XMP)
4GB
Asint
302G08-GG1C
-
-
Asint
4GB
Asint
302G08-GJ1C
-
-
Elixir
2GB
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Mushkin
Mushkin
PATRIOT
6GB(3 x 2GB)
6GB(3 x 2GB)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
7-7-7-20
-
998659(XMP)
1.5~1.6V
1.7V
PGS34G1600LLKA
H5TQ2G8
3BFR PBC
SanMax
SMD-4G68HP-16KZ
4GB
DS
HYNIX
-
-
•
•
P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 1333 MHz capability
DIMM socket
support (Optional)
SS/
DS
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Chip Brand Chip NO.
Timing
Voltage
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs
AD30908C8D-
151C E0906
A-DATA
AD31333001GOU
1GB
SS
A-Data
-
-
•
•
A-DATA
A-DATA
A-DATA
A-DATA
A-DATA
AD3U1333C2G9
AD63I1B0823EV
AM2U139C2P1
2GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
SS
SS
SS
SS
A-DATA
3CCD-1509HNA1126L
-
-
-
-
-
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
A-Data
3CCA-1509A
-
ADATA
3CCD-1509A EL1127T
-
AX3U1333C2G9-BP
AD31333G001GOU
-
-
-
-
-
3GB(3 x 1GB) SS
4GB(2 x 2GB) SS
8-8-8-24
1.65-1.85V
1.25V-1.35V
(low voltage)
A-DATA
AXDU1333GC2G9-2G(XMP)
-
-
9-9-9-24
•
•
A-DATA
A-DATA
A-DATA
A-DATA
Apacer
AD31333G002GMU
AD63I1C1624EV
AM2U139C4P2
2GB
4GB
4GB
8GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
4GB
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
-
-
8-8-8-24
1.65-1.85V
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
A-Data
ADATA
ELPIDA
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
-
3CCA-1509A
-
-
3CCD-1509A EL1127T
-
-
SU3U1333W8G9-B
78.A1GC6.9L1
J4208BASE-DJ-F
-
-
AM5D5808DEWSBG
-
-
Apacer
78.A1GC6.9L1
AM5D5808FEQSBG
9
-
Apacer
AU02GFA33C9NBGC
78.B1GDE.9L10C
TR3X3G1333C9 G
TR3X6G1333C9 G
AM5D5808APQSBG
-
-
Apacer
AM5D5908CEHSBG
-
-
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
3GB(3 x 1GB) SS
6GB(3x 2GB) SS
-
-
-
-
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
1.50V
1.50V
1.60V
1.50V
-
CMD24GX3M6A1333C9(XMP) 24GB(6x4GB) DS
-
TW3X4G1333C9D G
CM3X4GA1333C9N2
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
-
256MBDCJ
GELC0401136
CORSAIR
4GB
4GB
DS
DS
CORSAIR
9-9-9-24
-
•
•
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
Crucial
CMX4GX3M1A1333C9
CMD8GX3M4A1333C7
CT12864BA1339.8FF
CT25664BA1339.16FF
-
-
9-9-9-24
7-7-7-20
9
1.50V
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
8GB(4 x 2GB) DS
-
-
1.60V
1GB
2GB
SS
DS
Micron
Micron
-
9FF22D9KPT
-
Crucial
9KF27D9KPT
-
9
-
Crucial
BL25664BN1337.16FF (XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS
7-7-7-24
1.65V
1.35V(low
voltage)
ELPIDA
ELPIDA
EBJ10UE8EDF0-DJ-F
EBJ21UE8EDF0-DJ-F
1GB
2GB
SS
ELPIDA
ELPIDA
J1108EDSE-DJ-F
J1108EDSE-DJ-F
-
-
•
•
•
•
1.35V(low
voltage)
DS
SS
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
F3-10600CL8D-2GBHK(XMP) 1GB
F3-10600CL9D-2GBNQ
G.SKILL
-
-
-
-
-
•
•
•
•
•
•
2GB(2 x 1GB) SS
-
-
9-9-9-24
7-7-7-18
1.5V
F3-10666CL7T-3GBPK(XMP) 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS
1.5~1.6V
F3-10666CL8D-
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
4GBECO(XMP)
G.SKILL
-
-
8-8-8-8-24 XMP 1.35V
•
•
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
F3-10666CL7T-6GBPK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS
F3-10666CL7D-8GBRH(XMP) 8GB(2 x 4GB) DS
-
-
-
-
7-7-7-18
7-7-7-21
1.5~1.6V
1.5V
•
•
•
•
(continued on the next page)
2-10
Chapter 2: Hardware information
P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 1333 MHz capability
DIMM socket
support (Optional)
SS/
DS
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Chip Brand Chip NO.
Timing
Voltage
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs
GEIL
GEIL
GV32GB1333C9DC
GG34GB1333C9DC
2GB(2 x 1GB) DS
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
-
-
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
1.5V
•
•
•
•
1.3V(low
voltage)
GEIL
GL1L128M88BA12N
GEIL
GEIL
GV34GB1333C9DC
GVP34GB1333C7DC
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
-
-
-
-
9-9-9-24
7-7-7-24
1.5V
1.5V
•
•
•
•
1.35V(low
voltage)
Hynix
Hynix
Hynix
HMT112U6TFR8A-H9
HMT325U6BFR8C-H9
HMT125U6TFR8A-H9
1GB
2GB
2GB
SS
SS
DS
Hynix
Hynix
Hynix
H5TC1G83TFRH9A
H5TQ2G83BFRH9C
H5TC1G83TFRH9A
-
-
-
•
•
•
•
•
•
-
1.35V(low
voltage)
Hynix
HMT351U6BFR8C-H9
FLFD45F-B8KL9 NAES
FLFE85F-C8KF9 CAES
FLFE85F-C8KL9 NAES
FLFE85F-C8KM9 NAES
FLFE85F-B8KL9 NEES
FLFF65F-C8KL9 NEES
FLFF65F-C8KM9 NEES
4GB
1GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
4GB
4GB
DS
SS
SS
SS
SS
DS
DS
DS
SS
SS
SS
Hynix
H5TQ2G83BFRH9C
KKB8FNWBFGNX-27A
KFC8FMFXF-DXX-15A
KFC8FNLXF-DXX-15A
KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A
KKB8FNWBFGNX-26A
KFC8FNLXF-DXX-15A
KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A
J1108BDBG-DJ-F
-
-
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
ELPIDA
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
KVR1333D3N9/1G(low profile) 1GB
9
9
-
1.5V
-
KVR1333D3N9/2G(low profile) 2GB
Hynix
H5TQ2G83AFRH9C
IID77 D9LGK
KVR1333D3S8N9/2G
2GB
2GB
Micron
1.5V
KVR1333D3S8N9/2G-SP
(low profile)
KINGSTON
SS
ELPIDA
J2108BCSE-DJ-F
-
1.5V
•
•
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KVR1333D3N9/2G(low profile) 2GB
DS
DS
DS
ELPIDA
KTC
J1108BFBG-DJ-F
D1288JPNDPLD9U
J1108BDSE-DJ-F
9
9
9
1.5V
1.5V
1.5V
•
•
•
•
•
•
KVR1333D3N9/2G
KVR1333D3N9/2G
2GB
2GB
ELPIDA
KVR1333D3N9/2G-SP(low
profile)
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
2GB
2GB
DS
DS
KTC
D1288JEMFNGD9U
-
-
1.5V
1.5V
•
•
•
•
KVR1333D3N9/2G-SP(low
profile)
KINGSTON D1288JPSFPGD9U
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KHX1333C7D3K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
KHX1333C9D3UK2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
-
-
7
9
9
-
1.65V
XMP 1.25V
1.5V
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
-
-
KVR1333D3N9/4G(low profile) 4GB
DS
DS
DS
DS
ELPIDA
ELPIDA
KTC
J2108BCSE-DJ-F
J2108BCSE-DJ-F
D2568JENCNGD9U
H5TQ2G83AFR
KVR1333D3N9/4G(low profile) 4GB
1.5V
KVR1333D3N9/4G
KVR1333D3N9/4G
4GB
4GB
-
1.5V
Hynix
-
-
KVR1333D3N9/4G-SP(low
profile)
KINGSTON
4GB
DS
KINGSTON D2568JENCPGD9U
-
1.5V
•
•
Micron
MT4JTF12864AZ-1G4D1
MT8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1
MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4D1
MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4M1
MT16JTF25664AZ-1G4F1
MT16JTF51264AZ-1G4D1
NT4GC64B8HG0NF-CG
AL7F8G73F-DJ2
1GB
1GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
4GB
4GB
1GB
2GB
1GB
2GB
2GB
4GB
8GB
1GB
SS
SS
SS
SS
DS
DS
DS
SS
DS
SS
SS
DS
DS
DS
SS
Micron
Micron
Micron
MICRON
Micron
Micron
NANYA
PSC
OJD12D9LGQ
9FF22D9KPT
OJD12D9LGK
IJM22 D9PFJ
-
-
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Micron
9
-
Micron
-
-
Micron
-
-
Micron
9KF27D9KPT
OLD22D9LGK
NT5CB256M8GN-CG
A3P1GF3FGF
A3P1GF3FGF
9
-
Micron
-
-
NANYA
PSC
-
-
-
-
PSC
AL8F8G73F-DJ2
PSC
-
-
SAMSUNG
SAMSUNG
SAMSUNG
SAMSUNG
SAMSUNG
M378B2873FHS-CH9
M378B5773DH0-CH9
M378B5673FH0-CH9
M378B5273CH0-CH9
M378B1G73AH0-CH9
SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F
SAMSUNG K4B2G0846D
SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F
SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C
SAMSUNG K4B4G0846A-HCH9
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Super Talent W1333UA1GH
Super Talent W1333UX2G8(XMP)
Super Talent W1333UB2GS
Super Talent W1333UB4GS
Super Talent W1333UX6GM
Hynix
-
H5TQ1G83TFR
-
9
-
2GB(2x 1GB) SS
8
-
2GB
4GB
DS
DS
SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F
SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C
9
-
-
-
6GB(3x 2GB) DS
2GB SS
Micron
Hynix
0BF27D9KPT
9-9-9-24
-
1.5V
-
Transcend
JM1333KLN-2G
H5TQ2G83BZRH9C
(continued on the next page)
2-11
ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE
P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 1333 MHz capability (continued)
DIMM socket
support (Optional)
SS/
DS
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Chip Brand Chip NO.
Timing
Voltage
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs
Transcend
Century
Elixir
TS256MLK64V3U
2GB
DS
SS
SS
SS
SS
DS
DS
DS
SS
Micron
NANYA
Elixir
9GF27D9KPT
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
PC3-10600 DDR3-1333 9-9-9 1GB
NT5CB128M8DN-CF
N2CB2G80BN-CG
N2CB2G80DN-CG
N2CB2G80GN-CG
N2CB2G80BN-CG
N2CB2G80DN-CG
PM128M8D385-15
PE911-125E
M2F2G64CB88B7N-CG
M2F2G64CB88D7N-CG
M2F2G64CB88G7N-CG
M2F4G64CB8HB5N-CG
M2F4G64CB8HD5N-CG
2GB
2GB
2GB
4GB
4GB
2GB
2GB
Elixir
Elixir
Elixir
Elixir
Elixir
Elixir
Elixir
Elixir
KINGSHARE KSRPCD313332G
PATRIOT
MICRON
KINGSTEK
Kingtiger
Kingtiger
KSTD3PC-10600
SEC 904 HCH9
K4B1G0846D
2GB DIMM PC3-10666
KTG2G1333PG3
2GB
2GB
2GB
DS
DS
DS
SAMSUNG
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
•
•
•
•
•
•
-
MARKVI
SION
MARKVISION BMD32048M1333C9-1123
MARKVISION BMD34096M1333C9-1124
M3D1288P-13
MARKVI
SION
4GB
DS
M3D2568E-13
-
-
•
•
PATRIOT
PATRIOT
PATRIOT
PATRIOT
RAMAXEL
RAMAXEL
RiDATA
PSD31G13332H
1GB
1GB
2GB
8GB
2GB
4GB
2GB
4GB
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
-
-
9
-
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
PSD31G13332
PATRIOT
-
PM64M8D38U-15
-
-
PSD32G13332H
-
-
-
PG38G1333EL(XMP)
RMR1870ED48E8F-1333
RMR1870EC58E9F-1333
C304627CB1AG22Fe
E304459CB1AG32Cf
-
-
9-9-9-24
1.5V
ELPIDA
ELPIDA
RiDATA
RiDATA
J1108BDBG-DJ-F
-
-
-
-
-
J2108BCSE-DJ-F
-
N/A
N/A
9
9
RiDATA
SILICON
POWER
SP001GBLTU133S01
SP001GBLTU133S02
SP002GBLTU133S02
1GB
1GB
2GB
SS
SS
DS
NANYA
Elixir
NT5CB128M8AN-CG
N2CB1680AN-C6
N2CB1680AN-C6
9
9
9
-
-
-
•
•
•
•
•
•
SILICON
POWER
SILICON
POWER
Elixir
TAKEMS
TAKEMS
TAKEMS
TAKEMS
UMAX
TMS1GB364D081-107EY
TMS2GB364D081-107EY
TMS2GB364D081-138EY
TMS2GB364D082-138EW
E41302GP0-73BDB
1GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
SS
DS
DS
DS
DS
-
-
7-7-7-20
7-7-7-20
8-8-8-24
8-8-8-24
-
1.5V
1.5V
1.5V
1.5V
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UMAX
U2S24D30TP-13
P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 1066 MHz capability (continued)
DIMM socket support
(Optional)
SS/ Chip
DS Brand
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Chip NO.
Timing Voltage
1 DIMM
2 DIMMs
Crucial
Crucial
ELPIDA
ELPIDA
CT12864BA1067.8FF
CT25664BA1067.16FF
EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F
EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F
1GB SS Micron
2GB DS Micron
9GF22D9KPT
9HF22D9KPT
7
7
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-
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
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1GB SS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F
2GB DS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F
1.35V(low voltage)
1.35V(low voltage)
-
KVR1066D3N7/1G(low
profile)
KINGSTON
1GB SS ELPIDA J1108BFSE-DJ-F
2GB DS ELPIDA J1108BDSE-DJ-F
7
1.5V
•
•
KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/2G
KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G
7
7
7
7
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1.5V
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•
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4GB DS Hynix
H5TQ2G83AFR
9GF22D9KPT
1.5V
Micron
MT8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1 1GB SS Micron
MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1 2GB DS Micron
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Micron
9HF22D9KPT
Kingtiger
2GB DIMM PC3-8500
2GB DS Hynix
H5TQ1G83AFP G7C
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Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided
DIMM support:
•
1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory
configuration. We suggest that you install the module into A1 slot.
•
2 DIMMs: Supports two (2) modules inserted into both slots as one pair of Dual-
channel memory configuration.
•
•
ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function.
Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load
the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support.
•
Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL.
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2.2.4
Expansion slot
Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do
so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
1
Slot No. Slot Description
1
PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (x16)
•
The PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors.
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IRQ assignments for this motherboard
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
Intel PCH SATA
Controller #0
–
–
–
shared
–
–
–
–
Intel PCH SATA
Controller #1
–
–
–
shared
–
–
–
–
SMBUS Controller
Thermal Controller
EHCI #0
–
–
–
–
shared
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
shared
–
–
–
–
–
–
shared
EHCI #1
shared
–
–
–
–
–
PCIE x16
shared shared shared shared
shared shared shared shared
–
–
ASMedia USB 3.0
Intel 82579V LAN
–
–
–
–
shared
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2.2.5
Onboard switches
Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-
case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to
enhance system performance.
1.
MemOK! switch
Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system boot
failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch lights continuously. Press to
begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot.
P8Z77-I DELUXE MemOK! switch
•
•
Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED.
The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is not properly installed. Turn off the
system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! function.
•
•
The MemOK! switch does not function under Windows™ OS environment.
During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. It
takes about 30 seconds for the system to test one set of failsafe settings. If the test
fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. The blinking speed
of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes.
•
Due to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each
timing set is tested. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning
process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with ones
recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on
the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
•
•
•
If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system
continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. To stop memory tuning, turn
off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 5–10 seconds.
If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! switch to boot
and load BIOS default settings. A messgae will appear during POST reminding you
that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings.
We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the
ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function.
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2.
TPU switch
Turning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable
clock speeds.
For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is
powered off.
TPU Boost
P8Z77-I DELUXE TPU Boost switch
•
•
•
The TPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable.
Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the TPU LED.
If you change the switch setting to Enable under the OS environment, the TPU
function will be activated after the next system bootup.
You may use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application,
adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. However,
the system will use the last setting you have made.
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2.2.6
Onboard LEDs
1.
Onboard 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
ON
OFF
Standby Power Powered Off
P8Z77-I DELUXE Onboard LED
2.
TPU LED
The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable.
TPU_LED
P8Z77-I DELUXE TPU Boost LED
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3.
BIOS_FLBK LED
The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is enabled.
FLBK_LED
P8Z77-I DELUXE FLBK LED
4.
DRAM LED
DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an
error is found, the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is
solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem
within a second.
DRAM LED
P8Z77-I DELUXE DRAM LED
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2.2.7
Internal connectors
1.
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.
SATA6G_1
SATA6G_2
P8Z77-I DELUXE SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors
•
These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial
ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID
Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.
•
Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual
bundled in the motherboard support DVD.
•
When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section
3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.
•
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.
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2.
Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1/2 [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.
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.
SATA3G_1
SATA3G_2
P8Z77-I DELUXE SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors
•
These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial
ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID
Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.
•
Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual
bundled in the motherboard support DVD.
•
When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section
3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.
•
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.
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3.
USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34)
This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with the USB 3.0
specificaton that supports up to 5Gbps 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-I DELUXE USB3.0 Front panel connector
Due to Intel® limitations, the USB3_34 only support Windows® 7 operating system.
4.
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
480Mbps connection speed.
USB78
PIN 1
USB56
PIN 1
P8Z77-I DELUXE USB2.0 connector
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!
The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
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5.
Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)
This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s).
Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a
slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
SPDIF_OUT
GND
SPDIFOUT
+5V
P8Z77-I DELUXE Digital audio connector
The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
6.
Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect
one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis
intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis
component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion
event.
By default, the pin labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with a jumper
cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion
detection feature.
CHASSIS
P8Z77-I DELUXE Chassis intrusion connector
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7.
CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_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.
CHA_FAN
CHA FAN PWM
CPU FAN IN
CHA FAN PWR
GND
CPU_FAN
CPU FAN PWM
CPU FAN IN
CPU FAN PWR
GND
P8Z77-I DELUXE fan connectors
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the
system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place
jumper caps on the fan connectors!
•
•
The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power.
The CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature.
8.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
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.
AAFP
PIN 1
PIN 1
HD-audio-compliant
pin definition
Legacy AC’97
compliant definition
P8Z77-I DELUXE Front panel audio connector
•
We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
•
If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set
the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]; if you want to connect an AC'97
front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this
connector is set to [HD].
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9.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-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.
EATX12V
EATXPWR
GND
+12V DC
+12V DC
+12V DC
+12V DC
+3 Volts
GND
GND
GND
GND
+12 Volts
+12 Volts
+5V Standby
Power OK
GND
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
-5 Volts
GND
PIN 1
+5 Volts
GND
GND
GND
+5 Volts
GND
PSON#
GND
+3 Volts
+3 Volts
-12 Volts
+3 Volts
PIN 1
P8Z77-I DELUXE ATX power connectors
•
•
•
For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU)
that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.3 and provides a minimum power of 350W.
Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug; otherwise, the system
will not boot.
Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system
with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not
boot up if the power is inadequate.
•
If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system,
refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.
com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details.
10. Speaker connector (4- pin SPEAKER)
This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker
allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.
SPEAKER
PIN 1
P8Z77-I DELUXE Speaker Out Connector
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11. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
The ASUS Q-Cable allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front
panel cables even when you have already installed the components and installed the
motherboard to the chassis.
F_PANEL
PWR LED PWR BTN
PIN 1
+HD_LED RESET
P8Z77-I DELUXE System panel connector
Q-Cable
•
•
System power LED (2-pin PLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED
cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system
power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
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 IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to
the HDD.
•
•
Power/Soft-off button (2-pin PWRBTN)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power button.
Reset button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without
turning off the system power.
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2.2.8
Jumper
Clear RTC RAM (3-pin 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.
CLRTC
Normal
Clear RTC
(Default)
P8Z77-I DELUXE Clear RTC RAM
To erase the RTC RAM
1.
2.
Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for
about 5–10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.
3.
4.
Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to
re-enter data.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position.
Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
•
•
If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again
to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery.
You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system
failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down
and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default
values.
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2.3
Building your computer system
2.3.1
Additional tools and components to build a PC system
1 bag of screws
Philips (cross) screwdriver
PC chassis
Power supply unit
Intel LGA 1155 CPU
Intel LGA 1155 compatible 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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4
C
A
B
5
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly
1
2
A
B
B
A
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2.3.5
Motherboard installation
To install the P8Z77-I DELUXE into a chassis:
1.
Locate and remove the two screws near the Vcore card on the motherboard using a
screw driver..
The screws secure the heatsink to the Vore card.
2.
3.
Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to
the chassis’s rear I/O panel.
Place four screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to
the chassis. Use the screws you removed earlier for holes indicated with A, and two
screws bundled with the chassis for holes indicated with B.
If the screw thread of the screws holes in the chassis is thin, then use the slim screws that
bundled wtih the motherboard.
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DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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2.3.10
USB BIOS Flashback
USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to flash the BIOS. It allows overclockers
to try new BIOS versions easily without having to enter their existing BIOS or operating
system. Just plug in USB storage and push the dedicated button for 3 seconds, and the
BIOS is automatically flashed using standby power. Worry-free overclocking for the ultimate
convenience!
1
Download the BIOS Flashback program from theASUS service website (www.asus.com).
Save it to a USB portable disk, and place it in the root directory.
2
3
Plug the USB flash drive to the USB3.0 port (marked in red) on the rear I/O panel.
Press the BIOS Flashback button for 3 seconds, and the light will begin to flash (on the
third second).
4
The Flashback function is enabled once the light starts to flash.
The flashing rate of the light signal accelerates along with the updating speed.
BIOS update is complete once the light signal goes out.
5
6.
1. Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while
BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update will be interrupted. In case of interruption,
please follow the recommended procedures again to complete BIOS update.
2.
If the light flashes for five seconds and turns into a stable lighting, this means that
the BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. This may be caused by:1. Improper
installation of the portable disk.2. Error in file name or incompatibility in file format.If
this is the case, please restart the system to turn off the light.
3. Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process
causing the system unable to reboot, please contact the local service station for help.
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2.3.11
Rear panel connection
2
3
5
1
4
6
10
9
13
11
12
7
Rear panel connectors
1. USB 2.0 ports 1-4
8. Clear CMOS button
9. External SATA ports 1 and 2
2. Optical S/PDIF Out port
3. ASUS Wi-Fi GO! card (Wi-Fi 802.11
and Bluetooth v4.0/30.+HS)*
10. Asmedia USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2, support
ASUS USB 3.0 UASP Mode
4. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port**
11. DVI-I port
5. Intel® USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2, support
ASUS USB 3.0 UASP, bottom port
supports USB BIOS Flashback and
USB Charger+
12. HDMI port
6. Audio I/O ports***
13. DisplayPort
7. USB BIOS Flashback button
*, ** and ***: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions.
Due to Intel® limitations, the USB3_12 only support Windows® 7 operating system.
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•
Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system
hangs due to overclocking.
•
•
DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port.
Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under
Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.
•
•
USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.
We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster
and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.
ASUS Wi-Fi GO! card automatically sets itself to the country's available Wi-Fi channels.
** LAN ports LED indications
Activity Link LED
Speed LED
Status
ACT/LINK SPEED
LED LED
Status
Description
Description
OFF
No link
OFF
10 Mbps connection
100 Mbps connection
1 Gbps connection
ORANGE
BLINKING
Linked
ORANGE
GREEN
Data activity
LAN port
*** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration
Ports
Headset 2-channel
4-channel
6-channel
8-channel
Light Blue (Rear panel)
Lime (Rear panel)
Pink (Rear panel)
Lime (Front panel)
Line In
Line Out
Mic In
–
Rear Speaker Out
Rear Speaker Out
Rear Speaker Out
Front Speaker Out
Bass/Center
Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Mic In
–
Bass/Center
–
Side Speaker Out
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Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers
Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers
Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers
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2.4
Starting up for the first time
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.
Be sure that all switches are off.
Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.
Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector.
Turn on the devices in the following order:
a. Monitor
b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)
c. System power
6.
After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up.
For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the
ATX power button. If your monitor complies with the “green” standards or if it has a
“power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green
after the system LED turns on.
The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are running,
the BIOS beeps* (refer to the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages
appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you
turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper
settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance.
* You can hear the BIOS beep only when you have connected a buzzer to the speaker
header.
BIOS Beep
Description
One short beep
VGA detected
Quick boot set to disabled
No keyboard detected
No memory detected
One continuous beep followed by two
short beeps then a pause (repeated)
One continuous beep followed by three
short beeps
No VGA detected
One continuous beep followed by four
short beeps
Hardware component failure
7.
At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the
instructions in Chapter 3.
2.5
Turning off the computer
While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system
on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch
for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS
setting.
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Chapter 3
Chapter 3:
BIOS setup
3.1
Knowing BIOS
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 keyboard-
only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can easily
navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system. The
term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specified.
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage
device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device
configuration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS. In normal
circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimum
performance. We recommend that you not change the default BIOS settings except in
the following circumstances:
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An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you to
run the BIOS Setup.
You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or
update.
Inappropriate settings of the BIOS may result to instability or failure to boot. We strongly
recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service
personnel.
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BIOS setup program
A BIOS setup program is provided for BIOS item modification. When you start up the
computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del>
during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility. Otherwise, POST continues
with its test routines.
If you wish to enter Setup after POST, press <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or press the reset
button on the system chassis to restart the system. You can also turn the system off and then
turn it back on to restart the system. Do this last option only if the first two failed.
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•
The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and
may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the
mouse to control the BIOS setup program.
If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, load the 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.
•
If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and
reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 2.2.5 Onboard switches for
information on how to erase the RTC RAM.
•
The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices.
The BIOS setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a
menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various submenus and select from the
available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse.
The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode.
You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in the
EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen.
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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 or press F7 hot
key for the advanced BIOS settings.
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.
Clicks to display all fan
Selects the display language of
speeds if available
the BIOS setup program
Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature,
CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output,
CPU/chassis/power fan speed
Exits the BIOS setup program without saving
the changes, saves the changes and resets the
system, or enters the Advanced Mode
Exit/Advanced Mode
UEFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode
P8Z77-I DELUXE
English
BIOS Version : 0224
CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz
Speed : 3400 MHz
Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz)
Monday [12/01/2012]
Temperature
Voltage
Fan Speed
CPU
MB
+113.0ºF/+45.0ºC
+75.2ºF/+40.0ºC
CPU
3.3V
1.248V
3.344V
5V
5.160V
CPU_FAN
3325RPM CHA_FAN
N/A
12V
12.248V
System Performance
Quiet
Performance
Boot Priority
Energy Saving
Normal
Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to decide the boot priority.
Shortcut (F3)
Boot Menu(F8)
Default(F5)
Advanced Mode (F7)
Displays the Advanced
mode menus
Loads optimized default
ASUS Optimal mode
Selects the boot device priority
Power Saving mode
Normal mode
Selects the boot device priority
Displays the system properties of the
selected mode on the right hand side
Selects the Advanced mode functions
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•
The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system.
The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the
system.
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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 or press F7 hotkey.
Back button
Menu items
Menu bar
Configuration fields
General help
Exit
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode
Main
Back
Ai Tweaker
Advanced
Monitor
Boot
Tool
Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration
>
Enabled/Disabled Bluetooth Controller
HD Audio Controller
Enabled
HD
Front Panel Type
SPDIF Out Type
SPDIF
WiFi Controller
Enabled
Enabled
Enabled
Disabled
Enabled
Disabled
Bluetooth Controller
ASMedia USB 3.0 Controller
Wifi Controller
Disabled
Enabled
ASMedia USB 3.0 Battery Ch
Intel LAN Controller
Intel PXE OPROM
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Shortcut
F5: Optimized Defaults
F10: Save ESC: Exit
F12: Print Screen
Version 2.00.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Pop-up window
Scroll bar
Navigation keys
Menu bar
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
Main
For changing the basic system configuration
For changing the overclocking settings
For changing the advanced system settings
Ai Tweaker
Advanced
For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the
fan settings.
Monitor
Boot
Tool
Exit
For changing the system boot configuration
For configuring options for special functions
For selecting the exit options and loading default settings
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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 <Esc> or use the USB mouse to click
this button to return to the previous menu screen.
Submenu items
A greater than sign (>) before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a
submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press <Enter>.
Pop-up window
Select a menu item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration
options for that item.
Scroll bar
A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on
the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> / <Page Down> keys to display the
other items on the screen.
Navigation keys
At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup
program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings.
General help
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. Use
<F12> key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device.
Configuration fields
These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you can
change the value of the field opposite the item. You cannot select an item that is not
user-configurable.
A configurable field is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it and
press <Enter> to display a list of options.
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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.
Exit
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode
Main
Back
Ai Tweaker
Main\ Security
Advanced
Monitor
Boot
Tool
>
Password Description
To clear the administrator password,
key in the current password in the
Enter Current Password box,
and then press <Enter> when
prompted to create/confirm the
password.
If ONLY the Administrator's password is set,
then this only limits access to Setup and is
only asked for when entering Setup
If ONLY the User's password is set, then this
is a power on password and must be entered to
boot or enter Setup. In Setup the User will
have Administrator rights.
The password must be 3 to 20 characters long.
Administrator Password
User Password
Not Installed
Not Installed
Administrator Password
User Password
•
•
If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock
(RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.3.5 Onboard switches for
information on how to erase the RTC RAM.
The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default
Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed.
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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.
2.
3.
Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.
From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>.
Confirm the password when prompted.
To change an administrator password:
1.
2.
Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.
From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press
<Enter>.
3.
From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>.
4.
Confirm the password when prompted.
To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in changing an administrator
password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear
the password, the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed.
User Password
If you have set a user password, you must enter the user password for accessing the system.
The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set
a password, this item shows Installed.
To set a user password:
1.
2.
3.
Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.
From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>.
Confirm the password when prompted.
To change a user password:
1.
2.
Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.
From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press
<Enter>.
3.
From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>.
4.
Confirm the password when prompted.
To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press
<Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the
User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed.
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Ai Tweaker menu
The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items.
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field
values can cause the system to malfunction.
The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you
installed on the motherboard.
Scroll down to display the following items:
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Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]
Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal
frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options:
[Auto]
Loads the optimal settings for the system.
[Manual]
[X.M.P.]
Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.
If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile
(X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your
memory modules for optimizing the system performance.
The item BCLK/PEG Frequency appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner to
[Manual].
BCLK/PEG Frequency [XXX]
Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance. Use
the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. You can also key in the desired value using the
numeric keypad. The values range from 80.0MHz to 300.0MHz.
eXtreme Memory Profile
This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and
allows you to select the X.M.P. mode supported by your memory module. Configuration
options: [Profile #1] [ Profile #2]
ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled].
[Enabled]
Sets to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/User-
defined memory frequency mode.
[Disabled]
Set to [Disabled] for default core ratio settings.
Turbo Ratio [Auto]
Allows you to set the CPU ratio automatically or manually.
[Auto]
Sets all Turbo Ratio to Intel® CPU default settings automatically.
[Manual]
Sets the Turbo Ratio for every core-activation condition of a full unlocked
CPU manually.
When the Turbo Ratio is set to [Manual], the following items appear:
Ratio Synchronizing Control [Enabled]
[Enabled] Allows you to set an individual Turbo Ratio for every core-activation
condition
[Disabled] Allows you to set one single Turbo Ratio for all core-activation conditions.
1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
2-/3-/4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto]
These items become configurable only when you set the Turbo Ratio to [Manual] and
the Ratio Synchronizing Control item to [Disabled]. Use the <+> and <-> keys to
adjust the value.
Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto]
Allows you to enable Internal PLL Over-voltage for K-SKU CPUs to get extreme overclocking
capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]
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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]
[100:100]
The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100:133.
The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100:100.
Memory Frequency [Auto]
Allows you to set the memory operating frequency. The configuration options vary with the
BCLK/PEG Frequency item settings.
Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this
happens, revert to the default setting.
iGPU Max. Frequency [Auto]
Allows you to set the iGPU maximum frequency. The values range from xxxxMHz (by CPU)
to 3000MHz with a 50MHz interval. Use <+>/<-> to adjust the value.
EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
EPU Setting [Auto]
This item appears only when you set the EPU Power Saving Mode item to [Enabled.] and
allows you to select the EPU power saving mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power
Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode]
OC Tuner
OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for
enhancing the system performance. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel]
DRAM Timing Control
The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+>
and <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard
and press the <Enter> key.
Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this
happens, revert to the default settings.
Primary Timings
DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock]
DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock]
DRAM RAS# PRE Time [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock]
DRAM RAS# ACT Time [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [255 DRAM Clock]
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DRAM COMMAND Mode [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [2 DRAM Clock] [3 DRAM Clock]
Secondary Timings
DRAM RAS# to RAS# Delay [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock]
DRAM REF Cycle Time [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [511 DRAM Clock]
DRAM Refresh Interval [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [65535 DRAM Clock]
DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [31 DRAM Clock]
DRAM READ to PRE Time [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock]
DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [63 DRAM Clock]
DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock]
DRAM CKE Minimum pulse width [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock]
DRAM CAS# Write Latency [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock]
DRAM RTL (CHA) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [63 DRAM Clock]
DRAM RTL (CHB) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [63 DRAM Clock]
DRAM IO-L (CHA) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [Delay 1 Clock] – [Delay 15 Clock]
DRAM IO-L (CHB) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [Delay 1 Clock] – [Delay 15 Clock]
Third Timings
tWRDR (DD) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [8 DRAM Clock]
tRWDR (DD) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [8 DRAM Clock]
tRWSR [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [8 DRAM Clock]
tRR (DD) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [8 DRAM Clock]
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tRR (DR) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [8 DRAM Clock]
tRRSR [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [7 DRAM Clock]
tWW (DD) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [8 DRAM Clock]
tWW (DR) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [8 DRAM Clock]
tWWSR [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [7 DRAM Clock]
MISC
MRC Fst Boot [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
DRAM CLK Period [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [14 DRAM Clock]
Transmitter Slew (CHA) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [7 DRAM Clock]
Transmitter Slew (CHB) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [7 DRAM Clock]
Receiver Slew (CHA) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [7 DRAM Clock]
Receiver Slew (CHB) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [7 DRAM Clock]
MCH Duty Sense (CHA) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [31 DRAM Clock]
MCH Duty Sense (CHB) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [31 DRAM Clock]
Channel A DIMM Control [Enable Both DIMMS]
Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1]
[Disable Both DIMMS]
Channel B DIMM Control [Enable Both DIMMS]
Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1]
[Disable Both DIMMS]
DRAM Read Additional Swizzle [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]
DRAM Write Additional Swizzle [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]
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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.
[Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and
core frequency which may result in decreased average consumption and
decreased average heat production.
Turbo Mode [Enabled]
Allows you to enable your core processor’s speed to run faster than the marked
frequency in a specific condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The first three items below appear only when you set the Turbo Mode to [Enabled].
Long Duration Power Limit [Auto]
Allows you to limit the turbo ratio’s long duration power.
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
Long Duration Maintained [Auto]
Allows you to maintain the turbo ratio’s long duration power.
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
Short Duration Power Limit [Auto]
Allows you to limit the turbo ratio’s long duration power.
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
Primary Plane Current Limit [Auto]
Maximum instantaneous current allowed at any given time for CPU cores
Use <+> and <-> key to adjust the value at 0.125A increment. .
Secondary Plane Current Limit [Auto]
Maximum instantaneous current allowed at any given time for Internal Graphics cores.
Use <+> and <-> key to adjust the value at 0.125A increment.
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).
Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme]
The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification.
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CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto]
Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response, and the thermal component. Higher
frequency gets quicker transient response. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]
DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to Manual Mode. The thermal
conditions should be monitored.
CPU Fixed Frequency [300]
This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency item to [Manual], and
allows you to set a fixed CPU frequency. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The
values range from 200k Hz to 400k Hz with a 10k Hz interval.
VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled]
This item becomes configurable only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency item to
[Auto] and allows you to enable the spread spectrum to enhance system stability.
CPU Power Phase Control [Standard]
Allows you to control the power phase based on the CPU’s demands.
Configuration options: [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment]
DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to Extreme and Manual Mode. The
thermal conditions should be monitored.
CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe]
DIGI + VRM Duty control adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component’s
phase.
Configuration options: [T. Probe] - Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance.
[Extreme] - Select to maintain the VRM current balance.
CPU Current Capability [100%]
Allows you to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range
simultaneously. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%]
Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power
support.
CPU Power Response Control [Auto]
The DIG+ VRM controller provides a faster, and precise power response rate for the CPU.
Apply a higher value for an extreme overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular]
[Medium] [High] [Ultra High]
The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU configuration.
iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto]
Allows you to set the iGPU Load-line Calibration. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular]
[High] [Extreme]
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iGPU Current Capability [100%]
Allows you to set the iGPU Current Capability. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%]
[130%]
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] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage.
[Offset Mode]
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 <Enter> key. You can also use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the
value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter>
key.
CPU Offset Voltage [Auto]
This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and
allows you to set the Offset voltage. The values range from 0.005V to 0.635V with a
0.005V interval.
CPU Manual Voltage [Auto]
This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and
allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. The values range from 0.800V to 1.990V with a
0.005V interval.
Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Setting a high voltage
may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system
unstable.
iGPU Voltage [Offset Mode]
[Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage.
[Offset Mode]
Allows you to set the iGPU Offset voltage.
iGPU Offset Voltage [Auto]
This item appears only when you set the iGPU Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and
allows you to set the Offset voltage. The values range from 0.005 to 0.635V with a
0.005V interval.
iGPU Manual Voltage [Auto]
This item appears only when you set the iGPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and
allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage. The values range from 0.800V to 1.990V with a
0.005V interval.
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DRAM Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.200V to 2.135V with a 0.005V
interval.
According to Intel CPU specifications, 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.
VCCSA Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the VCCSA voltage. The values range from 0.610V to 1.560V with a 0.005V
interval.
PCH Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. The values range from 1.05V to 1.40V
with a 0.05V interval.
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The values of the CPU Manual Voltage, CPU Offset Voltage, DRAM Voltage, VCCSA
Voltage, and PCH Voltage items are labeled in different color, indicating the risk levels
of high voltage settings.
The system may need better cooling system to work stably under high voltage
settings.
White
Yellow
Pink
Red
CPU Manual
Voltage
0.8V–1.04V
1.045V–1.09V
1.095V–1.14V
1.145V–1.99V
CPU Offset
Voltage
0.005V–0.05V 0.055V–0.1V
0.105V–0.15V
0.155V–0.635V
DRAM Voltage
1.2V–1.575V
1.58V–1.65V
0.975V–1.015V 1.02V–1.06V
1.15V 1.2V
1.655V–1.725V 1.73V–2.135V
VCCSA Voltage 0.61V–0.97V
PCH Voltage 1.05V–1.1V
1.065V–1.56V
1.25V–1.40V
The values of CPU Manual Voltage and CPU Offset Voltage vary with CPUs.
CPU PLL Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the CPU and PCH PLL voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.10V]
CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto]
[Auto]
Automatic configuration.
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability.
Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control.
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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.
Exit
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode
Main
Ai Tweaker
Advanced
Monitor
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CPU Configuration Parameters
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
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CPU Configuration
PCH Configuration
SATA Configuration
System Agent Configuration
USB Configuration
Onboard Devices Configuration
APM
Network Stack
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
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F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Shortcut
F5: Optimized Defaults
F10: Save ESC: Exit
F12: Print Screen
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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.
Scroll down to display the following items:
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. The
configuration options vary with the CPU types.
Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs
with extended CPUID functions.
[Disabled]
Disables this function.
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Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]
[Enabled]
Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology.
Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0).
[Disabled]
Intel® Virtualization Technology [Disabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately
and simultaneously, enabling one system to virtually function as several
systems.
Disables this function.
Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Allows you to turn on /off the Mid Level Cache (L2) streamer prefetcher.
Disables this function.
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Allows a hardware platform to perform adjacent cache line prefetching.
Disables this function.
CPU Power Management Configuration
This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU’s power.
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.
Turbo Mode [Enabled]
Allows you to set the processor cores to run faster than the marked frequency in a
specific condition. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
CPU C1E [Auto]
[Auto]
Set this item automatically.
[Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This function must be enabled to enable
or disable the Intel® Turbo Mode Technology.
[Disabled] Disables the function.
CPU C3 Report [Auto]
Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS.
[Auto]
Set this item automatically.
[Enabled] Enables the C3 Report support function.
[Disabled] Disables the function.
CPU C6 Report [Auto]
Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS.
[Auto]
Set this item automatically.
[Enabled] Enables the C6 Report support function.
[Disabled] Disables the function.
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3.5.2
PCH Configuration
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PCH Configuration
Enabled/Disabled the High Precision
Event Timer.
High Precision Timer
Enabled
>
>
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology
Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology
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].
Entry on S3 RTC Wake [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the iFFS invocation upon S3 RTC wake. Configuration
options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Entry After [Immediately]
This item appears only when you set the Entry on S3 RTC Wake to [Enabled] and
allows you to set the RTC wake timer at S3 entry. Configuration options: [Immediately]
[1 minute] [2 minutes] [5 minutes] [10 minutes] [15 minutes] [30 minutes] [1 hour] [2
hours]
Active Page Threshold Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Active Page Threshold Support. Configuration
options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Active Memory Threshold [x]
This item appears only when you set the Active Page Threshold Support to
[Enabled] and allows you to set the Active Memory Threshold. When the partition size
is larger than the Active Page Threshold size, the system will try to support the Intel(R)
Rapid Start Technology. When the item is set to zero, the system automatically checks
whether the partition size is enough at S3 entry. Key in the desired value using the
numeric keypad.
Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology
ISCT Configuration [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the ISCT configuration. Configuration options: [Enabled]
[Disabled]
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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.
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Advanced\ SATA Configuration
>
SATA Configuration
Determines how SATA controller(s)
operate.
SATA Mode Selection
S.M.A.R.T. Status Check
AHCI
Enabled
SATA 6G_1 (Gray)
Hot Plug
Empty
Disabled
Empty
Disabled
Empty
Disabled
Empty
Disabled
Empty
Enabled
Empty
SATA 6G_2 (Gray)
Hot Plug
SATA 3G_1 (Blue)
Hot Plug
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
SATA 3G_2 (Blue)
Hot Plug
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Shortcut
ESATA _1 (Red)
Hot Plug
F5: Optimized Defaults
F10: Save ESC: Exit
F12: Print Screen
ESATA _2 (Red)
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Scroll down to display the following items:
Hot Plug
Enabled
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SATA Mode Selection [AHCI]
Allows you to set the SATA configuration.
[IDE]
Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as
Parallel ATA physical storage devices.
[AHCI]
Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the
AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard
storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases
storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to
internally optimize the order of commands.
[RAID]
Set to [RAID Mode] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the
SATA hard disk drives.
S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled]
S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When
read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning
messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Hot Plug [Disabled]
These items appear only when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to [AHCI] or [RAID],
and allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
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System Agent Configuration
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode
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Advanced\ System Agent Configuration
>
System Agent Bridge Name
Memory Remap Feature
IvyBridge
Enable or disable memory remap above
4GB.
Enabled
>
>
Graphics Configuration
NB PCIe Configuration
Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]
Allows you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB.
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the function.
Disables this function.
Graphics Configuration
Allows you to select a primary display from iGPU, and PCIe graphical devices.
Primary Display [Auto]
Allows you to select which of the iGPU/PCIE Graphics device should be the Primary Display.
Configuration options: [Auto] [IGPU] [PCIE]
iGPU Memory [64M]
Allows you to select the amount of system memory allocated to DVMT 5.0 used by the iGPU.
The configuration options vary with the system memory. Configuration options: [32M] [64M]
[96M] [128M] ~ [448M] [480M] [512M] [1024M]
Render Standby [Enabled]
Allows you to enable the Intel Graphics Render Standby support to reduce the iGPU power
use when idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled]
Allows you to enable the iGPU Multi-Monitor. For Lucid Virtu MVP function supports, set this
item to [Enabled] to empower both integrated and discrete graphics. iGPU shared system
memory size is fixed in 64MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
NB PCIe Configuration
Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings.
PCIEX16 Link Speed [Auto]
Allows you to configure the PCIEX16 speed.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3]
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USB Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.
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USB Configuration
Enables Legacy USB support. AUTO
option disables legacy support if no
USB devices are connected. DISABLE
option will keep USB devices
USB Devices:
1 Keyboard, 2 Hubs
available only for EFI applications.
Legacy USB Support
Legacy USB3.0 Support
Intel xHCI Mode
Enabled
Enabled
Smart Auto
Disabled
EHCI Hand-off
The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the
item shows None.
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Auto]
Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).
The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program.
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.
Legacy USB3.0 Support [Enabled]
This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Auto] or [Enabled] and allows you
to enable or disable the Legacy USB 3.0 Support.
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems
(OS).
Disables the function.
Intel xHCI Mode [Smart Auto]
Allows you to select the Intel xHCI Mode. Configuration options: [Smart Auto] [Auto] [Enabled]
[Disabled]
EHCI Hand-off [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off
feature.
[Disabled]
Disables the function.
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3.5.6
Onboard Devices Configuration
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>
Enabled/Disabled Azalia HD Audio
HD Audio controller
Front Panel Type
SPDIF Out Type
Enabled
HD
SPDIF
Wi-Fi Controller
Enabled
Enabled
Bluetooth Controller
ASmedia USB 3.0 Controller
Enabled
Disabled
ASmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
Intel LAN controller
Intel PXE OPROM
Enabled
Disabled
+/-: Change Opt.
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F2: Previous Values
F3: Shortcut
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HD Audio Controller [Enabled]
[Enabled]
Enables the High Definition Audio Controller.
[Disabled]
Disables the controller.
The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to
[Enabled].
Front Panel Type [HD]
Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or high-
definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports.
[HD]
Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio.
Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97
[AC97]
SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF]
[SPDIF]
[HDMI]
Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output.
Sets to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output.
Wi-Fi Controller [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the onboard Wi-Fi controller.
Disables the controller.
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Bluetooth Controller [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the onboard bluetooth controller.
Disables the controller.
ASmedia USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the USB 3.0 controller.
Disables the controller.
ASmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled]
This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable
or disable the ASmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support.
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables Asmedia USB 3.0 fast battery charging support for USB 3.0
devices complying with the BC 1.1 regulation.
Disables battery charging support.
Intel LAN Controller [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the Intel LAN controller.
Disables the controller.
Intel PXE OPROM [Disabled]
This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable
or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Intel LAN controller.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
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APM
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>
ErP Ready
Disabled
Allow BIOS to switch off some power
at S5 to get the system ready for ErP
requirement. When set to Enabled, all
other PME options will be switched
off.
Restore AC Power Loss
Power On By PCIE
Power On By RTC
Power Off
Disabled
Disabled
ErP Ready [Disbaled]
This item allows user to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP
requirement. When set to Enabled, all other PME options will be switched off.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off]
[Power On]
[Power Off]
[Last State]
The system goes into on state after an AC power loss.
The system goes into off state after an AC power loss.
The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was
before the AC power loss.
Power On By PCIE [Disabled]
[Disabled]
Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake-on-LAN feature of the Intel
LAN device.
[Enabled]
Enables the PCIE devices to generate a wake-on-LAN feature of the Intel/
LAN device.
Power On By RTC [Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables RTC to generate a wake event.
When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/
Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values.
3.5.8
Network Stack
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Advanced\ Network Stack
>
Network Stack
Disabled Link
Enable/Disable the network stack (PXE
and UEFI)
Network Stack [Disable Link]
This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack.
Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enable]
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3.6
Monitor menu
The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change
the fan settings.
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CPU Temperature
MB Temperature
CPU Fan Speed
Chassis Fan Speed
CPU Voltage
+73ºC / +163ºF
+31ºC / +87ºF
4192 RPM
N/A
+0.832 V
3.3V Voltage
+3.264 V
5V Voltage
+5.160 V
12V Voltage
+12.000 V
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
CPU Q-Fan Control
CPU Fan Speed Low Limit
CPU Fan Profile
Enabled
200 RPM
Standard
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F3: Shortcut
F5: Optimized Defaults
F10: Save ESC: Exit
F12: Print Screen
Chassis Q-Fan Control
Enabled
Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit
600 RPM
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Scroll down to display the following items:
Chassis Fan Profile
F10: Save ESC: Exit
F12: Print Screen
Standard
Enabled
Anti Surge Support
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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 Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, chassis,
and power fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the
motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected
speed.
CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard
voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item.
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CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.
Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.
CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 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.
Configuration options: [Ignore] [100 RPM] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM]
CPU Fan Profile [Standard]
This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows
you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan.
[Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on
the CPU temperature.
[Silent]
[Turbo]
[Manual]
Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation.
Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed.
Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters.
The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to [Manual].
CPU Upper Temperature [70]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range
from 20ºC to 75ºC.
CPU Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from
20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan will operate at
the maximum duty cycle.
CPU Lower Temperature [20]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the lower limit of the CPU temperature. The values range
from 20ºC to 75ºC.
CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 0%
to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 20ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum
duty cycle.
Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.
Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.
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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.
Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM]
Chassis Fan Profile [Standard]
This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and
allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan.
[Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending
on the chassis temperature.
[Silent]
[Turbo]
[Manual]
Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation.
Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed.
Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters.
The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan Profile to [Manual].
Chassis Upper Temperature [70]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range
from 40ºC to 90ºC.
Chassis Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. The values range
from 60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit, the chassis fan will
operate at the maximum duty cycle.
Chassis Lower Temperature [40]
Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature.
CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [60]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. The values range from
60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 60ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the
minimum duty cycle.
Anti Surge Support [Enabled]
This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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3.7
Boot menu
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.
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Select the keyboard NumLock state
Bootup NumLock State
Full Screen Logo
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error
Option ROM Messages
Setup Mode
On
Enabled
Enabled
Force BIOS
EZ Mode
UEFI/Legacy Boot
PCI ROM Priority
Enable bot...
Legacy ROM...
Boot Option Priorities
Boot Override
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
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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.
Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables this function.
The system waits for the <F1> key to be pressed when error occurs.
Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]
[Force BIOS]
The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot
sequence.
[Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party
manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so.
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Setup Mode [EZ Mode]
[Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup
program.
[EZ Mode]
Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program.
UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enable both UEFI and Legacy]
[Enable both UEFI and Legacy]
[Disable UEFI]
Enables both UEFI and Legacy boot.
Enables the Legacy boot, and disables the UEFI
boot.
[Disable Legacy]
Enables the UEFI boot, and disables the Legacy
boot.
PCI ROM Priority [Legacy ROM]
[Legacy ROM]
[EFI Compatibe ROM]
Launch Legacy ROM
Launch UEFI Compatible ROM
Boot Option Priorities
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The
number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices
installed in the system.
•
•
To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears.
To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following:
- Press <F5> when ASUS Logo appears.
- Press <F8> after POST.
Boot Override
These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on
the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start
booting from the selected device.
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3.8
Tools menu
The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item
then press <Enter> to display the submenu.
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Be used to update BIOS
>
>
>
ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility
ASUS O.C. Profile
ASUS SPD Information
3.8.1
ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility
Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message
appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to
confirm your choice.
For more details, refer to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility.
3.8.2.
ASUS O.C. Profile
This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings.
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Tool\ ASUS O.C. Profile
>
O.C. Profile Configuration
Save BIOS settings to Profile
Setup Profile 1 Status :
Setup Profile 2 Status :
Setup Profile 3 Status :
Setup Profile 4 Status :
Setup Profile 5 Status :
Setup Profile 6 Status :
Setup Profile 7 Status :
Setup Profile 8 Status :
Not Installed
Not Installed
Not Installed
Not Installed
Not Installed
Not Installed
Not Installed
Not Installed
Add Your CMOS Profile
Label
Save to Profile
1
1
Add Your CMOS Profile
Load from Profile
The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created.
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Save to Profile
Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Key in a
profile number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Yes.
Load from Profile
Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the profile
number that saved your BIOS settings, press <Enter>, and then select Yes.
•
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the
system boot failure!
•
We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU
configuration and BIOS version.
3.8.3.
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