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P8Z77-V LX
Motherboard
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E8533 Fourth Edition (V4) July 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”). Product warranty or service will not be extended i
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Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi About this guide ........................................................................................................ vii P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ....................................................................... ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ......................................................................................
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Contents Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program ..................................................................................3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode......................................................................................3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode ..........................................................................3-3 3.3 Main menu ................................
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Contents 4.3.7 USB 3.0 Boost........................................................................... 4-11 4.3.8 Audio configurations..................................................................4-12 ® 4.4 Introduction to Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies ....4-13 ® 4.4.1 System Requirements for Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies ...............................................................................................4-13 ® 4.4.2 Intel Smart Response Technol
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Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power
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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: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • 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, jump
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Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when completing a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to sele
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P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ® rd nd CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel 3 / 2 Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ ® ® i3 / Pentium / Celeron processors Supports 32nm and 22nm CPU ® Supports Intel Turbo Boost technology 2.0* ® * The Intel Turbo Boost technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ® ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list. ® Chipset Intel Z77 Express Chipset Memory 4 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O. C.)/1866(O.C.) /1600/1333/1066 MHz, no
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P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ® USB Intel Z77 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode.* - 4 x USB 3.0 /2.0 ports (2 ports at the mid-board and 2 ports at the back panel) - 10 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel) ® *The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows 7 or later versions. UASP ® standard only supports Windows 8. ASUS unique ASUS DIGI+ VRM features - Digital Power Control: Digital power Design for the CPU and iGPU - ASUS 4+1+1 Phase Power Desig
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P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Rear panel I/O 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port ports 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3-jack 8-channel audio I/O ports Internal I/O 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) connectors 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB ports 2 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (gray) 4 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (blue) 1 x COM port connector
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P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x User Manual 1 x I/O Shield 1 x Support DVD Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form Factor ATX Form Factor, 12”x 8.6” (30.5cm x 21.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xii
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Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ® Thank you for buying an ASUS P8Z77-V LX 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. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. ASUS P8Z77-V LX User guide Support DV
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Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights ® rd nd LGA1155 socket for Intel 3 / 2 Generation Core™ i7/ Core™ i5/ Core™ i3 Processors ® ® ® This motherboard supports 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 output with dedicated chipsets, 2-channel (4 DIMM) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics performa
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® ® * Intel Smart Response Technology is supported by 2nd/3rd generation Intel Core™ processor ® family on Windows 7™ operating systems. ® ** Operating systems must be installed on the HDD to launch Intel Smart Response Technology. The capacity of the SSD is reserved for caching function. ® Intel Smart Connect Technology Your computer can receive web updates with fresh content for selected applications, even when the system is in sleep mode. This means less time waiting for applications to
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Chapter 1 ErP ready The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements 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. 1.3.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design Digital Power Control: Digital Powe
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Network iControl Real-Time Network Bandwidth Control With a one-click on/off button, the software currently in use is set as top priority over all other network programs, dominating the network bandwidth with ease. 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 at a specific time period to avoid network clogging, and long-waits on downloads. Auto PPPoE network g
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Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Fan Xpert+ ASUS Fan Xpert+ intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU fan speed 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. Fanless Design: sty
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1.3.6 Other special features HDMI Support Enjoy Full HD 1080p Multimedia Home-Theater Entertainment High Definition Multimedia Surface (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. ErP Ready The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products
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Chapter 1 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
