Asus P8Z77-V PREMIUM Specifications

MotherboardP8Z77-V LX

x(continued on the next page)P8Z77-V LX specications summaryStorage Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) with RA

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-1Chapter 4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the B

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

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through

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

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-5Chapter 4Using Advanced ModeClick More Settings, and then click the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.Advanc

4-6Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Auto TuningAuto Tuning is an intelligent tool that overclocks your system to achieve a total system level up us

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-7Chapter 43. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a mess

4-8Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.3 DIGI+ VRMASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-9Chapter 44.3.4 EPUEPU is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This utility provides several modes that

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.5 FAN Xpert+Fan Xpert+ intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according t

xiP8Z77-V LX specications summaryASUS exclusive overclocking featuresPrecision Tweaker 2 - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.005V increment - v

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-11Chapter 44.3.6 Probe IIProbe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any prob

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.7 USB 3.0 BoostThe ASUS exclusive USB 3.0 Boost provides speed boost for USB 3.0 devices and the up-to-da

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-13Chapter 44.3.8 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio exper

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4 Introduction to Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologiesThis document details the overview of the

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-15Chapter 4SSD Capacity RequirementsSSD Partition Capacity RequirementsSystem DRAM2GB 4GB 8GBIntel® storage combinationsIntel® Rapid

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4.2 Intel® Smart Response TechnologyIntel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. It

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-17Chapter 43. Select Disable Acceleration to disable this function, and select Change Mode to switch acceleration mode to Enhanced/M

4-18Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 43. Right click the New Volume that you want to shrink from, and select Shrink Volume. 4. If your SSD

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-19Chapter 46. To launch the disk partitioning tool, click Start > Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt tool.7. Type dis

4-20Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 412. Type set id=84 override, press Enter, and wait for the “shrinking process” until the Disk Management util

xii*Specications are subject to change without notice.P8Z77-V LX specications summaryStorage Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-21Chapter 4Recovering the partitionThis procedure allows you to delete the Intel® Rapid Start Technology from your system, and recove

4-22Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 45. Type list partition, press Enter, and select the partition where the Intel® Rapid Start Technology is

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-23Chapter 410. Click Next after selecting the default selected disk. 11. Extend volume setup is completed. Click Finish t

4-24Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 45. Select all and click Next for Custom Setup. 6. Click Install to proceed the installation.7.

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-25Chapter 43. To disable the updating function, click Disable Updating. Clicking this button automatically disables the conguration

4-26Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.5 RAID congurationsThe motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions:• Intel® Rapid Storage Techn

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-27Chapter 44.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, inst

4-28Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-29Chapter 45. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the select

4-30Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Deleting a RAID setTake caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-1Chapter 1Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LX motherboard!The motherboard

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-31Chapter 44.6 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating system

4-32Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.6.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver in Windows® XP:1.

ASUS P8Z77-V LX4-33Chapter 44.6.4 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when you i

4-34Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 48. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstatio

ASUS P8Z77-V LX5-1Chapter 55.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-

5-2Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 55. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics c

ASUS P8Z77-V LX5-3Chapter 55.1.4 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the dev

5-4Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 55.2 LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ allows your computer’s VGA output and discrete

ASUS P8Z77-V LX5-5Chapter 5i-ModeTo use LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ in i-Mode, the display must be connected to the onboard video output.Ensure to set the

5-6Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 55.2.3 Conguring LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™Launch the Virtu MVP Control Panel to allow you to congu

1-2 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsLGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ Cor

ASUS P8Z77-V LX5-7Chapter 5Click to turn Hyperformance® ON or OFFClick to turn Virtual Vsync ON or OFFPerformanceAllows you to turn ON/OFF the Hyperfo

ASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-2894-3447Fax +886-2-2890-

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYPer FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremo

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-3Chapter 1* Intel® Smart Response Technology is supported by 2nd/3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor family on Windows® 7™ operati

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efcient produc

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5Chapter 1GPU BoostGo the Limit with iGPU Level Up!GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance. The us

1-6 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1Fanless Design: stylish heatsink solutionThe stylish heatsink features a 0-dB thermal solution that offers

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-7Chapter 1searching for perfection, LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ provides great graphical performance, and best quality and efciency.* L

iiE7094First Edition (V1) February 2012Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and s

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-1Chapter 22.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any moth

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.2.8 Connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information a

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-3Chapter 2Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. CPU, Chassis and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2, 3-pin PWR_FAN)

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-5Chapter 22.2.3 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.Re

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sock

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-7Chapter 2P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1866MHz capability P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualie

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-9Chapter 2P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333MHz capability Vendors Paart No. Size SS/DSC h i p BrandChip

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Vendors Part No. Size S S /DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage D I M M s o c k e t s u p p o r t (Op

iiiContentsSafety information ... viAbout this guid

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-11Chapter 2Vendors Part No. Size S S /DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage D I M M s o c k e t s u p p o r t (Optional)1 DIMM 2

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support:• 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inse

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-13Chapter 22.2.4 Expansion slotsEnsure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cau

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2IRQ assignments for this motherboardA B C D E F G HPCIE x16_1 shared – – – – – – –PCIE x16_2 – – – – – –

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15Chapter 22.2.5 JumperClear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can cl

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.6 Onboard switchesOnboard switches allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-17Chapter 22. GPU Boost switchTurning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speed

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.7 Onboard LEDs1. Standby Power LEDThe motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lig

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-19Chapter 22.2.8 Internal connectors1. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray])These connectors connec

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB 3 ~ 10)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB modul

ivContents2.4 Starting up for the rst time ... 2-412.5 Turning off the computer ..

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-21Chapter 25. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 27. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_56)These connectors are for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and compli

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-23Chapter 29. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis pow

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-25Chapter 22.3 Building your computer system2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system1 bag of screws Philips (cro

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.2 CPU installationThe LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156

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2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-29Chapter 2To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly2ABBA1

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2123To remove a DIMM2.3.4 DIMM installationBAA

v4.3.6 Probe II... 4-114.3.7 USB 3.0 Boost...

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-31Chapter 22.3.5 Motherboard installation21The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary wit

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.P8Z77-V LE3

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-33Chapter 22.3.6 ATX Power connection12OR OR

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.7 SATA device connectionOR2OR1

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-35Chapter 22.3.8 Front I/O ConnectorUSB 2.0AAFPTo install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connectorUSB 3.0To install

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.9 Expansion Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-37Chapter 22.3.10 Rear panel connection• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration* LAN port LED indicationsSPEED LEDACT/LINK LEDLAN portActivit

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-39Chapter 22.3.11 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo / 2.1-channel SpeakersConnect

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Connect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel Speakers

viSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating th

ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-41Chapter 22.4 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that a

2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-1Chapter 3Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.1 Knowing BIOSThe ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goes beyond tradit

3-2Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-3Chapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. Th

3-4Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-5Chapter 33.3 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provid

3-6Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator passwo

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-7Chapter 33.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when changing th

3-8Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal freque

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

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-9Chapter 3EPU Power Saving MODE [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.Conguration options: [Disabl

3-10Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Long Duration Maintained [Auto]Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.Short Duration Power Limit [

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-11Chapter 3CPU Current Capability [100%]Allows you to congure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range si

3-12Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.185V to 2.135V with a 0.005V interval

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-13Chapter 3Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfuncti

3-14Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.T

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-15Chapter 3Execute Disable Bit [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology.[Disabled] Forces the XD feat

3-16Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU C3 Report [Auto]Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS.[Auto] Set this item automatically.[Ena

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-17Chapter 33.5.3 SATA CongurationWhile entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port i

3-18Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3SATA Mode Selection [AHCI]Allows you to set the SATA conguration.[IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use

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

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-19Chapter 3Graphics CongurationPrimary Display [Auto]Allows you to select a primary display from IGFX, PEG, or PCI graphic devices,

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.6 Onboard Devices CongurationMainAi TweakerAdvanced Monitor Boot ToolExitVersion 2.10.1208. Copyright (C)

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-21Chapter 3HD Audio Controller [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller.[Disabled] Disables the controller.Th

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off][Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss.[Power Off] The s

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-23Chapter 33.5.8 Network StackMainAi TweakerAdvanced Monitor Boot ToolExitAllow BIOS yo switch off some power at S5 to get the syst

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CP

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-25Chapter 3Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan

3-26Chapter 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

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-27Chapter 3Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS][Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot seque

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press &

ixP8Z77-V LX specications summaryCPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processor

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-29Chapter 3• DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure!• We recommend that yo

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or disca

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-31Chapter 33.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compat

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Updating the BIOS through the Internet2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc. If you wan

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-33Chapter 3• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.• Refer to the soft

3-34Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a boo

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-35Chapter 33.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Booting the system in DOS environment1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the

ASUS P8Z77-V LX3-37Chapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your com

3-38Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3