Asus P8Z77-I DELUXE User manual

Motherboard
P8Z77-I
DELUXE

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E7098
First Edition
April 2012
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Contents
Safety information...................................................................................................... vi
About this guide........................................................................................................ vii
P8Z77-I DELUXE specications summary............................................................... ix
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! .................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents....................................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features.......................................................................................... 1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights........................................................................ 1-2
1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM ........................... 1-3
1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features........................................................... 1-4
1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution..................................................... 1-6
1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY.............................................................................. 1-6
1.3.6 Other special features................................................................. 1-7
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.1 Before you proceed ................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview............................................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 Motherboard layout ..................................................................... 2-2
2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 2-4
2.2.3 System memory .......................................................................... 2-5
2.2.4 Expansion slot........................................................................... 2-14
2.2.5 Onboard switches ..................................................................... 2-16
2.2.6 Onboard LEDs .......................................................................... 2-18
2.2.7 Internal connectors.................................................................... 2-20
2.2.8 Jumper ...................................................................................... 2-27
2.3 Building your computer system ............................................................. 2-28
2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system ............ 2-28
2.3.2 CPU installation......................................................................... 2-29
2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation............................. 2-31
2.3.4 DIMM installation....................................................................... 2-33
2.3.5 Motherboard installation............................................................ 2-34
2.3.6 ATX Power connection.............................................................. 2-36
2.3.7 SATA device connection............................................................ 2-37
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector .................................................................. 2-38
2.3.9 Expansion Card installation....................................................... 2-39
2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback................................................................ 2-40
2.3.11 Rear panel connection .............................................................. 2-41
2.3.12 Audio I/O connections............................................................... 2-43

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Contents
2.4 Starting up for the rst time.................................................................... 2-45
2.5 Turning off the computer......................................................................... 2-45
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 ..................................................................................................3-5
3.4 Ai Tweaker menu........................................................................................ 3-7
3.5 Advanced menu ....................................................................................... 3-16
3.5.1 CPU Conguration .................................................................... 3-17
3.5.2 PCH Conguration .................................................................... 3-19
3.5.3 SATA Conguration................................................................... 3-20
3.5.4 System Agent Conguration...................................................... 3-21
3.5.5 USB Conguration .................................................................... 3-22
3.5.6 Onboard Devices Conguration................................................ 3-23
3.5.7 APM .......................................................................................... 3-25
3.5.8 Network Stack ........................................................................... 3-25
3.6 Monitor menu ........................................................................................... 3-26
3.7 Boot menu ................................................................................................3-29
3.8 Tools menu ............................................................................................... 3-31
3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............................................................ 3-31
3.8.2. ASUS O.C. Prole..................................................................... 3-31
3.8.3. ASUS SPD Information............................................................. 3-32
3.9 Exit menu.................................................................................................. 3-33
3.10 Updating BIOS.......................................................................................... 3-34
3.10.1 ASUS Update utility................................................................... 3-34
3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility............................................................. 3-37
3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility................................................. 3-38
3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater................................................................. 3-39
Chapter 4: Software support
4.1 Installing an operating system ................................................................. 4-1
4.2 Support DVD information.......................................................................... 4-1
4.2.1 Running the support DVD ........................................................... 4-1
4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals.................................................. 4-2
4.3 Software information ................................................................................. 4-3
4.3.1 AI Suite II..................................................................................... 4-3
4.3.2 TurboV EVO ................................................................................ 4-4

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4.3.3 DIGI+ VRM.................................................................................. 4-8
4.3.4 EPU........................................................................................... 4-10
4.3.5 FAN Xpert.................................................................................. 4-11
4.3.6 Probe II...................................................................................... 4-12
4.3.7 Sensor Recorder ....................................................................... 4-13
4.3.8 Ai Charger+............................................................................... 4-14
4.3.9 USB 3.0 Boost........................................................................... 4-15
4.3.10 Wi-Fi GO! .................................................................................. 4-16
4.3.11 USB Charger+........................................................................... 4-29
4.3.12 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard.................................................... 4-31
4.3.13 Network iControl........................................................................ 4-33
4.3.14 ASUS Update............................................................................ 4-36
4.3.15 MyLogo2 ................................................................................... 4-37
4.3.16 Audio congurations.................................................................. 4-39
4.4 Introduction to Intel®2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies .... 4-40
4.4.1 System Requirements for Intel®2012 Desktop responsiveness
technologies ............................................................................................... 4-40
4.4.2 Intel®Smart Response Technology........................................... 4-42
4.4.3 Intel®Rapid Start Technology.................................................... 4-43
4.4.4 Intel®Smart Connect Technology.............................................. 4-49
4.5 RAID congurations ................................................................................ 4-52
4.5.1 RAID denitions ........................................................................ 4-52
4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ................................................. 4-53
4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS .................................................. 4-53
4.5.4 Intel®Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ................ 4-53
4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk..................................................................... 4-57
4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS................ 4-57
4.6.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®.................................. 4-57
4.6.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows®OS installation ...... 4-58
4.6.4 Using a USB oppy disk drive................................................... 4-59
Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
5.1 LucidLogix Virtu MVP................................................................................ 5-1
Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP....................................................................5-1
Setting up your display................................................................................. 5-2
Conguring LucidLogix Virtu MVP ............................................................... 5-3
Appendices.............................................................................................................. A-1
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services............................................................A-2
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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 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.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• 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.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.

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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring 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, jumpers, and
connectors on the motherboard.
• 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 congure LucidLogix Virtu MVP.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty yers,
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.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italic s 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>
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.

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P8Z77-I DELUXE specications summary
(continued on the next page)
CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel®3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium®/ Celeron®
processors
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 Intel®Z77 Express Chipset
Memory 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 Prole (XMP)
* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.
Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualied 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.
VGA
Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel®HD Graphics support
Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI-I port
- 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:
- 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*
* 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 Denition Audio CODEC*
- 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*
- 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)
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)
* 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
- Industry leading digital 10-phase power design (8-phase for CPU, 2-phase
for iGPU)
ASUS EPU
- EPU
ASUS TPU
- Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switch
ASUS Wi-Fi GO!:
- 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)
- 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:
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
- Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top
network program in use.
- 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:
- ASUS Fanless Design: Heatsink solution
- ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS EZ DIY:
- ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ
BIOS download scheduling
- 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:
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-Cable
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P8Z77-I DELUXE specications summary
ASUS
exclusive
overclocking
features
Precision Tweaker 2:
- 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
Overclocking Protection:
- ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
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 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE
Accessories 2 x Wi-Fi ring moving antennas
2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables
2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables
ASUS Q-Shield
ASUS Q-Cable
User Manual
Support DVD Drivers
ASUS Utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form factor mini-ITX Form Factor, 6.7”x 6.7” (17cm x 17cm)
*Specications are subject to change without notice.

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ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 1-1
Chapter 1
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.
1.2 Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
• The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specications may
vary with different models.
Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1
User Manual
ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE
motherboard User manual Support DVD
2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield
2 x Wi-Fi Ring moving
antennas 1 x ASUS Q-Cable 1 bag of screws

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 1
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 efcient 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.

ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 1-3
Chapter 1
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 benets 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 efcient 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 rst 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 exibility and perfect precision to ensure optimized
performance, extreme system stability and greater power efciency.
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 efciently 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.

1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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EPU
Energy Efciency All Around
Tap into the world’s rst 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.
1.3.3 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 le 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.
* 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 exible 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 signicantly 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.
• 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 ash drive containing the BIOS le, 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 conguring proles through the intuitive user interface. Within the prole, programs
can be pre-scheduled to run in a specic 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 proles offer exible
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 rst 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
- 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 difcult POST situations.
ASUS Q-Shield
Easy and Comfortable Installations
The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "ngers" - 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 oppy 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 efciency.
* 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 Denition 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 les. 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 efciency requirement in regards to energy consumptions.
This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efcient products
through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus
mitigate environmental impacts.