Asus DELUXE/WD P8Z77-I User Manual

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xP8Z77-I DELUXE/WD specications summaryCPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® Proces

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan contr

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-33Chapter 3Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM]This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows

3-34Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Bootup NumLock State [On][On] Sets th

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-35Chapter 3Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS][Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot seq

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press &

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-37Chapter 33.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard y

3-38Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability,

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-39Chapter 3Launching ASUS UpdateTo launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar.Quit all Wind

3-40Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Updating the BIOS through a BIOS le2. Locate the BIOS le and click Next.To update the BIOS through a BIOS le:1.

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-41Chapter 3• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.• Refer to the so

xi(continued on the next page)P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD specications summaryStorageIntel® Z77 Express Chipset- 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) with RAID 0, 1

3-42Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3• This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.• DO N

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-43Chapter 33.10.4 ASUS BIOS UpdaterThe ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allow

3-44Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number.4. At the

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-45Chapter 33. Press <Tab> to switch between screen elds and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys to select the BIOS le an

3-46Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-1Chapter 4Software support4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASS

4-2Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructi

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you throug

4-4Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 TurboV EVOASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and relat

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-5Chapter 4Using Advanced ModeClick on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.Advanced modeCurrent valuesTarg

xii(continued on the next page)P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD specications summaryASUS unique featuresASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM- Industry

4-6Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4CPU RatioAllows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio.• The rst time you use CPU Ratio, go to AI Tweaker >

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-7Chapter 4Auto TuningASUS TurboV EVO provides you with these two auto-tuning modes for the most exible auto-tuning options.• The

4-8Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 43. After the system restarts, a message appears indicating that auto-tuning is successful. Click OK to exit.Us

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-9Chapter 45. After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating that the auto-tuning process is successful. Click OK to

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4• The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specication.• Do not remove the thermal modul

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-11Chapter 4• Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you installed EPU.• *Select From the Last R

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website atwww.asus.com for detailed software

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-13Chapter 44.3.6 Probe IIProbe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any pr

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.7 Sensor RecorderSensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed o

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-15Chapter 44.3.8 Ai Charger+This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB por

xiiiP8Z77-I DELUXE/WD specications summaryBack Panel I/O connectors1 x DisplayPort1 x HDMI port1 x DVI-I port2 x antenna ports (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/g/n an

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.9 USB 3.0 BoostASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-17Chapter 4The utility cannot detect the devices connected to your computer if the charging mode is enabled.4.3.10 USB Charger+Thi

4-18Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Setting up the charging functionWhen a portable device is connected to the USB port of the PC, the USB Charger

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-19Chapter 44.3.11 USB BIOS Flashback WizardUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or op

4-20Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 42. After the utility detects a new BIOS rmware, save the BIOS rmware by clicking from the Save to eld, s

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-21Chapter 44.3.12 Network iControl• Ensure to install the LAN drivers before using this function.• Network iControl is only supp

4-22Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using Quick ConnectionConfiguring the PPPoE connection settingsBefore enabling the Network iControl’s Quick Co

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-23Chapter 4Conguring the Quick ConnectionTo congure the auto-PPPoE connection:Click the Quick Connection tab.Tick Automatically c

4-24Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.13 ASUS Wi-Fi EngineAfter installing the Wi-Fi GO! card drivers to your system, use ASUS AI Suite II’s Wi

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-25Chapter 4Using AP modeAllows you to connect your computer to the network using access point mode.Select and click the wireless ne

xivPackage contentsCheck your motherboard package for the following items.User ManualASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD motherboardUser manual Support DVD2 x Seri

4-26Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Click from the Internet Connection Sharing eld and select the network connections name.1.Click Enable to en

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-27Chapter 44.3.14 ASUS UpdateASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows®

4-28Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.15 MyLogo2MyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen du

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD4-29Chapter 45. Click Flash to update the boot logo.6. When prompted, click Yes to reboot the system. You will see the new boot log

4-30Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Control settings windowConguration options Information buttonExit buttonMinimize buttonB. Realtek HD Audio M

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD5-1Chapter 5RAID support55.1 RAID congurationsThe motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions:• Intel® Rapid Storage Te

5-2Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal perf

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD5-3Chapter 55.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility:

5-4Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and pres

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD5-5Chapter 55. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selec

xvInstallation tools and components1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriverPC chassis Power supply unitIntel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible

5-6Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Deleting a RAID setBe cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD5-7Chapter 52. Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to return to the utility main menu.Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Techno

5-8Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® oper

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD5-9Chapter 55.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver in Windows® XP:1. During th

5-10Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2.4 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk dr

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD5-11Chapter 5Add the same line to both sections.The VID and PID vary with different vendors.8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_Des

5-12Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD6-1Chapter 6Intel® technologies66.1 Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologiesThis section details the overview of the installa

6-2Chapter 6: Intel® technologiesChapter 6SSD Capacity RequirementsSSD Partition Capacity RequirementsSystem DRAM2GB 4GB 8GBIntel® storage combination

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD6-3Chapter 66.1.1 Intel® Smart Response TechnologyIntel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. It uses an ins

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6-4Chapter 6: Intel® technologiesChapter 66.1.2 Intel® Rapid Start TechnologyIntel® Rapid Start Technology allows you to quickly resume your computer

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD6-5Chapter 63. Right click the New Volume that you want to shrink from, and select Shrink Volume.If your SSD is smaller than 64GB, a

6-6Chapter 6: Intel® technologiesChapter 6• The value “x” refers to a disk number where you created the unallocated partition.• Refer to step 5 for

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD6-7Chapter 613. Reboot the system after creating the partition.The partitioning process for the Intel® Rapid Start Technology is inc

6-8Chapter 6: Intel® technologiesChapter 6Recovering the partitionThis procedure allows you to delete the Intel® Rapid Start Technology from your syst

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD6-9Chapter 65. Type list partition, press Enter, and select the partition where the Intel® Rapid Start Technology is installed by ty

6-10Chapter 6: Intel® technologiesChapter 6Intel® Smart Connect TechnologyThe Intel® Smart Connect Technology is a feature that provides the latest co

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD6-11Chapter 6Click to enable or disable the functionWhen the scroll bar is activated, adjust the waking up time period for Internet d

6-12Chapter 6: Intel® technologiesChapter 63. To disable the updating function, click Disable Updating. Clicking this button automatically disables t

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD7-1Chapter 7LucidLogix Virtu MVP77.1 LucidLogix Virtu MVPLucidLogix Virtu MVP allows your computer’s VGA output and discrete graphic

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-1Chapter 1Product introduction11.1 Special features1.1.1 Product highlightsLGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd/3rd Generation Core™ i7

7-2Chapter 7: Multiple GPU supportChapter 77.1.2 Setting up your displayLucidLogix Virtu MVP solution comes with two distinct modes that allows you t

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD7-3Chapter 77.1.3 Conguring LucidLogix Virtu MVPLaunch the Virtu MVP Control Panel to allow you to congure the main features, adju

7-4Chapter 7: Multiple GPU supportChapter 7Click to turn Hyperformance® ON or OFFClick to turn Virtual Vsync ON or OFFPerformanceAllows you to turn ON

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD7-5Chapter 7See the descriptions of these columns below:• D column allows you to run applications with the discrete graphic card. Se

7-6Chapter 7: Multiple GPU supportChapter 7

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WDA-1AppendicesAppendicesNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operatio

A-2AppendicesAppendicesIC: Canadian Compliance StatementComplies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 o

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WDA-3AppendicesREACHComplying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framewo

A-4AppendicesAppendicesBluetooth Industry Canada StatementThis Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment re

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WDA-5AppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-

1-2Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Complete USB 3.0 IntegrationASUS facilitates the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rea

A-6AppendicesAppendicesEC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-3Chapter 1TPUUnleash your performance with ASUS’ simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. The TPU chip offers precise voltage

iiE7506First EditionJuly 2012Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software de

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1GPU BoostGPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates exible fre

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-5Chapter 11.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal SolutionASUS Fan XpertASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU fan and chassis

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.1.6 Other special featuresIntel Wireless Display (WiDi)Intel® Wireless Display enables wireless streamin

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-7Chapter 1DTS ConnectExpand Your PC Audio ExperienceTo get the most out of your audio entertainment across all formats and quality

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2 Motherboard overview1.2.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-9Chapter 11.2.2 Motherboard layoutRefer to 1.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,4-pin CHA_FA

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-11Chapter 11.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3r

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Recommended memory congurations1.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DD

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-13Chapter 1Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.• You

iiiContentsSafety information ... viiAbout this guid

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL)DDR3 2400(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. S

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-15Chapter 1DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Op

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-17Chapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (O

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-19Chapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Side(s): SS - Single-sided / DS - Double-sidedDIMM support:• 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted int

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-21Chapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you ph

1-22Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1IRQ assignments for this motherboardA B C D E F G HIntel PCH SATA Controller #0– – – shared – – – –Intel P

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-23Chapter 11.2.6 Onboard switchesOnboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-cas

iv2.4 Starting up for the rst time ... 2-172.5 Turning off the computer ...

1-24Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 12. TPU switchEnable this switch to automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds.En

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-25Chapter 12. TPU LEDThe TPU LED lights up when the TPU switch is changed to Enable.P8Z77-I DELUXE/WDTPU_LEDP8Z77-I DELUXE/WD TPU

1-26Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.8 Internal connectors1. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray])These con

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-27Chapter 12. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_3-6 [blue])These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s h

1-28Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 13. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34)This connector is for additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-29Chapter 15. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDI

1-30Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 17. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN)Connect the fan cables to the fan connect

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-31Chapter 18. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that

1-32Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with AT

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD1-33Chapter 1• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to

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1-34Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.9 JumperClear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in C

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD2-1Chapter 22.1.1 CPU installationThe LGA1156 CPU is not compatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA

2-2Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CP

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD2-3Chapter 2To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly2BBAA134

2-4Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly2ABBA1

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD2-5Chapter 2123To remove a DIMM2.1.3 DIMM installationBA

2-6Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the instal

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD2-7Chapter 2DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD2. Place the motherboard into the c

2-8Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.6 ATX Power connection12OR

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD2-9Chapter 22.1.7 SATA device connection2OR1

viLucidLogix Virtu MVP7.1 LucidLogix Virtu MVP ... 7-17.1.1 Installing

2-10Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.8 Front I/O ConnectorTo install front panel Connector (or Q-cable)USB 2.0AAFPTo install USB 2.0 connector

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD2-11Chapter 22.1.9 Expansion Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cards

2-12Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.2 BIOS update utility2.2.1 USB BIOS FlashbackUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS withou

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD2-13Chapter 22.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections2.3.1 Rear I/O connection*, ** and ***: Refer to the tables on the next pa

2-14Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2• Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking.•

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD2-15Chapter 22.3.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O portsConnect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo Speakers

2-16Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2Connect to 2.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel Speakers

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD2-17Chapter 2Connect to 7.1 channel SpeakersWhen the DTS UltraPC II function is enabled, connect the rear speaker to the gray port.2.

2-18Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 27. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-1Chapter 3BIOS setup33.1 Knowing BIOSThe new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture,

viiSafety informationElectrical safetyTo prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the

3-2Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2 BIOS setup programUse the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navi

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-3Chapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an o

3-4Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settin

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-5Chapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main show

3-6Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-7Chapter 3• If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See sec

3-8Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3To change a user password:1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.2. From the Enter Current Passwo

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-9Chapter 3Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency.

3-10Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto]Allows you to set the internal PLL voltage. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [D

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-11Chapter 3DRAM Timing ControlThe subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and &l

viiiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis g

3-12Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Secondary TimingsDRAM RAS# to RAS# Delay [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock]DRAM REF

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-13Chapter 3MISCMRC Fst Boot [Enabled]Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]DRAM CLK Period [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [

3-14Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM Read Additional Swizzle [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]DRAM Write Additional Swizzle [A

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-15Chapter 3DIGI+ VRMCPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto]Load-line is dened by Intel VRM specication and affects CPU voltage. The CPU

3-16Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support.CPU Power Response Cont

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-17Chapter 3VCCSA Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the VCCSA voltage. The values range from 0.610V to 1.560V with a 0.005V interval.R

3-18Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3PCH Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. The values range from 1.05V to 1.40V with a

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-19Chapter 33.5 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Be cauti

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool do

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-21Chapter 3Intel® Virtualization Technology [Disabled][Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separ

ixConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.DANG

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Turbo Mode [Enabled]Allows you to set the processor cores to run faster than the marked frequency in a specic condi

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-23Chapter 3High Precision Timer [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.Conguration options: [Enab

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.3 SATA CongurationWhile entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-25Chapter 33.5.4 System Agent CongurationMemory Remap Feature [Enabled]Allows you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB.[Enabl

3-26Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.5 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The USB Devices item show

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-27Chapter 33.5.6 Onboard Devices CongurationScroll down to view the other BIOS items.HD Audio Controller [Enabled][Enabled] Enab

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Wi-Fi Controller [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the onboard Wi-Fi controller.[Disabled] Disables the onboard Wi-Fi con

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-29Chapter 33.5.7 APMErP Ready [Disabled]This item allows user to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requi

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.8 Network StackNetwork Stack [Disable Link]This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack.Co

P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD3-31Chapter 33.6 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan setting