Asus P8Z77-V DELUXE User manual

Motherboard
P8Z77-V
DELUXE

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E7163
Second Edition
February 2012
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Contents
Safety information.....................................................................................................vii
About this guide.......................................................................................................viii
P8Z77-V DELUXE specications summary ..............................................................x
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 3.1 with New DIGI+ Power Control .1-4
1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features...........................................................1-5
1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution.....................................................1-7
1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY..............................................................................1-7
1.3.6 Other special features.................................................................1-8
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 slots.........................................................................2-14
2.2.5 Onboard switches .....................................................................2-16
2.2.6 Onboard LEDs ..........................................................................2-21
2.2.7 Internal connectors....................................................................2-27
2.3 Building your computer system.............................................................2-36
2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system............2-36
2.3.2 CPU installation.........................................................................2-37
2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation.............................2-39
2.3.4 DIMM installation.......................................................................2-41
2.3.5 Motherboard installation............................................................2-42
2.3.6 ATX Power connection..............................................................2-44
2.3.7 SATA device connection............................................................2-45
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector ..................................................................2-46
2.3.9 Expansion Card installation.......................................................2-47
2.3.10 Wireless and Bluetooth Module Installation..............................2-48
2.3.11 USB BIOS Flashback................................................................2-50
2.3.12 Rear panel connection..............................................................2-51
2.3.13 Audio I/O connections...............................................................2-53

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Contents
2.4 Starting up for the rst time....................................................................2-55
2.5 Turning off the computer.........................................................................2-55
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 .......................................................................................3-18
3.5.1 CPU Conguration ....................................................................3-19
3.5.2 PCH Conguration ....................................................................3-21
3.5.3 SATA Conguration...................................................................3-22
3.5.4 System Agent Conguration......................................................3-23
3.5.5 USB Conguration ....................................................................3-25
3.5.6 Onboard Devices Conguration................................................3-26
3.5.7 APM ..........................................................................................3-29
3.5.8 Network Stack...........................................................................3-30
3.6 Monitor menu ...........................................................................................3-31
3.7 Boot menu ................................................................................................3-35
3.8 Tools menu...............................................................................................3-37
3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility............................................................3-37
3.8.2. ASUS O.C. Prole.....................................................................3-37
3.8.3. ASUS SPD Information.............................................................3-38
3.8.4. ASUS Drive Xpert .....................................................................3-39
3.9 Exit menu..................................................................................................3-40
3.10 Updating BIOS..........................................................................................3-41
3.10.1 ASUS Update utility...................................................................3-41
3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility.............................................................3-44
3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility.................................................3-45
3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater.................................................................3-46
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

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4.3.1 AI Suite II.....................................................................................4-3
4.3.2 TurboV EVO................................................................................4-4
4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control...................................................................4-8
4.3.4 EPU...........................................................................................4-12
4.3.5 USB 3.0 Boost...........................................................................4-13
4.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard....................................................4-14
4.3.7 ASUS SSD Caching..................................................................4-16
4.3.8 Probe II......................................................................................4-17
4.3.9 Sensor Recorder.......................................................................4-18
4.3.10 ASUS Update............................................................................4-19
4.3.11 MyLogo2 ...................................................................................4-20
4.3.12 Audio congurations..................................................................4-22
4.4 RAID congurations ................................................................................4-23
4.4.1 RAID denitions ........................................................................4-23
4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks.................................................4-24
4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS..................................................4-24
4.4.4 Intel®Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ................4-24
4.4.5 Marvell RAID utility....................................................................4-28
4.4.6 Introduction to Intel®2012 Desktop responsiveness
technologies..............................................................................4-32
4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk.....................................................................4-44
4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS................4-44
4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®..................................4-44
4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows®OS installation......4-45
4.5.4 Using a USB oppy disk drive...................................................4-46
Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
5.1 ATI®CrossFireX™ technology..................................................................5-1
5.1.1 Requirements..............................................................................5-1
5.1.2 Before you begin.........................................................................5-1
5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards ................................5-2
5.1.4 Installing the device drivers.........................................................5-3
5.1.5 Enabling the ATI®CrossFireX™ technology ...............................5-3
5.2 NVIDIA®SLI™ technology.........................................................................5-4
5.2.1 Requirements..............................................................................5-4
5.2.2 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cards ......................................5-4
5.2.3 Installing the device drivers.........................................................5-5
5.2.4 Enabling the NVIDIA®SLI™ technology.....................................5-5
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5.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVP................................................................................5-8
5.3.1 Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP...................................................5-8
5.3.2 Setting up your display................................................................5-9
5.3.3 Conguring LucidLogix Virtu MVP ............................................5-10
Appendices
Notices .................................................................................................................... A-1
RF Equipment Notices............................................................................................ A-3

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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: Multiple GPU technology support
This chapter describes how to install and congure multiple ATI®CrossFireX™ and
NVIDIA®SLI™ graphics cards.
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.that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.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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CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel®3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™Core™
i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron®Processors
Supports 22/32nm 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 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2600 (O.C.)* / 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 2 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slots (single at x16, or dual at
x8 / x8 mode)
1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot [black] (max. at x4 mode, compatible
with PCIe x1 and x4 devices)
4 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots**
* PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™
processors.
** The PCIe x1_2 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_E12.
SATA6G_E12 is enabled by default for system resource
optimization.
VGA Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel®HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort/HDMI port
Supports DisplayPort 1.1a with max. resolution of 2560 x 1600
@60Hz
Supports HDMI 1.4a with max. resolution of 1920 x 1200 @60Hz
Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D/Quick Sync Video/Clear Video HD
Technology/Insider™
Multi-GPU support Supports NVIDIA®Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology (with 2 PCIex16Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology (with 2 PCIex16SLI™ Technology (with 2 PCIex16
graphics card)
Supports AMD®3-Way/Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology
(with 2 PCIex16 graphics card)
Supports Lucidlogix Virtu MVP Technology*
*LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows®7 operating systems.

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Storage Intel®Z77 Express Chipset
- 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support
- 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (blue) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support
- Supports Intel®Smart Response Technology, Intel®Rapid Start
Technology, Intel®Smart Connect Technology*
Marvell®9128 PCIe SATA 6Gb/s controller
- 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports (navy blue) with RAID 0, 1 support
ASMedia® SATA 6Gb/s controller**
- 2 x eSATA 6Gb/s ports
* Supports on Intel®Core™ processor family with Windows®7
operating systems.
** These SATAports are for data hard drives only. ATAPI
devices are not supported.
LAN Dual Gigabit LAN controllers—802.3az Energy Efcient Ethernet
(EEE) appliance
Intel®82579V Gigabit LAN controller—Dual interconnect between
the Integrated LAN controller and Physical Layer (PHY)
Realtek®8111F Gigabit LAN controller
Wireless Data Network Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 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
- BD audio layer content protection
- DTS UltraPC II
- DTS Connect
- Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming and front panel
jack-retasking
- Optical S/PDIF out ports at back I/O
USB 2 x ASMediaASMedia®USB 3.0 controllers - supports ASUS USB 3.0
Boost UASP Mode
- 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue)
Intel®Z77 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost
Turbo Mode*
- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support
- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue)
Intel®Z77 Express Chipset
- 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 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.
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ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - SMART DIGI+ Power
Control
Smart DIGI+:
- Smart DIGI+ Key - quickly delivers a higher VRM
frequency, voltage, and current for superior CPU/iGPU/
DRAM overclocking performance with one switch.
- Smart CPU Power Level (VRD 12.5 Ready) - provides
the best digital power saving conditions.
CPU Power
- Industry leading digital 20-phase power design (16-phase
for CPU, 4-phase for iGPU)
- ASUS CPU power utility
DRAM Power
- Industry leading digital 2-phase DRAM power design
- ASUS DRAM power utility
ASUS EPU
- EPU, EPU switch
ASUS TPU
- Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switch
ASUS Wi-Fi GO!:
- Wi-Fi GO! Function: DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion
Control, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse,
File Transfer, Capture & Send (available with V1.01.00 or
later)
- Wi-Fi GO! Remote for portable Smartphone/Tablet
supporting iOS 3.2 or later, and Android 2.3 or later
systems.
- Wi-Fi Engine for network sharing and connection: Client
Mode and AP Mode.
ASUS Exclusive Features:
- Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth
domination for top network program in use.
- ASUS SSD Caching
- 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!

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ASUS unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:
- ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for
optimized speed control
- ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution
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-Code
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector
ASUS exclusive
overclocking features Precision Tweaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.005V increment
- vCCIO: Adjustable I/O voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vCCSA: 144-step system agent voltage control
- vDRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control
- vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control
- iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control
- vCPU_PLL: 160-step CPU & PCH PLL voltage control
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 BT4 connector for ASUS Wi-Fi GO! cad (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
2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports (1 x Intel®LAN)
6 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
8-channel Audio I/O ports
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*Specications are subject to change without notice.
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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
4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (2 x gray; 2 x navy blue)
4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (blue)
1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin)
1 x CPU Optional Fan connector (4-pin)
4 x Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin)
Front panel audio connector (AAFP)
1 x S/PDIF out header
24-pin EATX Power connector
8-pin EATX 12V Power connector
System Panel (Q-Connector)
1 x MemOK! button
1 x Clear CMOS button
1 x EPU switch
1 x TPU switch
1 x Power-on switch
1 x Reset switch
BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0,
SM BIOS 2.5,ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS,
ASUS EZ Flash 2,ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen
function, F3 Shortcut function, andASUS DRAM SPD (Serial
Presence Detect) memory information
Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE
Support DVD contents Drivers
ASUS Utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

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ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 1-1
Chapter 1
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS®P8Z77-V 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-V DELUXE
motherboard User manual Support DVD
4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge
connector
1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! card (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and
Bluetooth v4.0/3.0+HS) 1 x 2-in-1ASUS Q-Connector kit
2 x Wi-Fi Ring moving
antennas

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 / Core™
i5 / Core™ 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 (4 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/Pentium3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium/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, IntelIntel®Z77 Express Chipset can also enable iGPU function, letting users enjoy the
latest Intel®integrated graphic 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.
Dual-ChannelDDR32600(O.C.) / 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
2600(O.C.) / 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.
* Due to Intel 2nd generation processor’s behavior, DDR3 2200 and above, 2000/1800 MHz memory
modules run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default.

ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 1-3
Chapter 1
Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support
Flexible Multi-GPU Solutions, Your Weapon of Choice!
P8Z77-V DELUXE brings you the multi-GPU choice of either SLI™ or CrossFireX. The
motherboard features the most powerful Intel® Z77 platform to optimize PCIe allocation in
multiple GPU congurations. Expect a brand-new gaming style you’ve never experienced
before!
Intel®Smart Response Technology
SSD Speed with HDD Capacity
Intel®Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. It uses 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, and an important
part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing.
* 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 update,
and sync with the cloud, leading to a more efcient computing experience.
Intel®Rapid Start Technology
Allows your computer to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in seconds. Saving
system memory to the designed SSD, it provides your computer a faster wake-up response
time, while still keeping the energy use low.
Complete USB 3.0 Integration
ASUS facilitates the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel – 8 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-V DELUXE affords greater convenience to high speed
connectivity.
Extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s Support
The Intel®Z77 Express Chipset natively supports the next-generation Serial ATA (SATA)
interface, delivering up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current bus
systems.
Dual Gigabit LAN support
The P8Z77-V DELUXE features the dual Gigabit LAN design which complies with 802.3az
Energy Efcient Ethernet (EEE) standard, and allows a PC to serve as a network gateway
for managing trafc between two separate networks. Moreover, this motherboard also
implements one Intel®Gigabit LAN controller which reduces power consumption during

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normal operation, and enhances faster transfer speed through a dual interconnection
between the Integrated LAN controller and physical layer (PHY).
1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3.1 with New DIGI+ Power
Control
The world’s rst Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - TPU
(TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). Dual Intelligent Processors
3 builds on that foundation with new SMART DIGI+ power control, which includes multiple
digital voltage controllers, allowing ultra-precise tuning for the CPU, iGPU and DRAM. It’s
upgraded with one-click extreme performance optimization and selectable CPU wattage
levels, offering easier power control and better power savings with the user-friendlyAI Suite
II utility.
Smart DIGI+ Technology
Get incredible performance increases with TPU and the all-new SMART DIGI+.
Up to 85% CPU O.C. Performance Boost
Always at the forefront of digital power design, ASUS propels you into the future
standard of power management by SMART DIGI+ Technology, which works with the
TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) to give an exceptional increase in CPU overclocking
performance. When combined, you can adjust CPU ratios manually in the TPU and
enable the all new SMART DIGI+ Key by a single click to see an extreme boost in TPU
frequency up to 85%.
CPU Power Wattage cut in half!
SMART DIG+ Technology also includes the Smart CPU Power Level prole, which
reduces CPU power consumption to a specic indicated wattage with a single click,
creating a cooler and quieter PC. With the support for the next generation Intel®VRD
12.5 power design, ASUS once again leaps to the future of innovation.
TPU
Unleash your performance with ASUS’ simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. The TPU
chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring throughAuto 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.
EPU
Tap into the world’s rst real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or
AI Suite II utility. Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current
PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. This also reduces fan noise
and extends component longevity.

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1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features
Wi-Fi GO!
ASUS Wi-Fi GO! makes enjoying home entertainment easier than ever! Exclusive Wi-Fi
functions provide DLNA streaming so you can enjoy a home theater PC, while providing
remote access to your PC with a smart device. ASUS Wi-Fi GO! leads the market by
integrating Wi-Fi connectivity, DLNA access, and all smart devices with a one-stop utility for a
futuristic connected lifestyle.
Wi-Fi hotspot setup for convenience:
Quickly set up and connect anywhere at home, thanks to instant soft access point and device
detection. Build your network without an extra router!
Turn smartphones and tablets into a remote control:
Remote Desktop - access your PC from a tablet? No sweat! Control your PC in
real-time from a mobile device for complete comfort. This function brings notebook-like
convenience by creating a virtual remote desktop, offering portable access to your data
in desktop with a smartphone or pad.
Motion control your PC - entertaining ang customizable! Using natural gestures, you
can move directionally to use applications with a smartphone or tablet’s motion sensors.
For example, in media players you can fast forward, go next, stop or create a music
playing motion control prole. You can even set program sensor scenarios to design
your own motion-based game!
Remote keyboard and mouse - sit back and control your computer by using your
tablet’s built-in QWERTY keyboard to type and click!
DLNA streaming made easy:
Enjoy HD content, music anf photos from the PC on your DLNA devices via Wi-Fi
connectivity, the perfect match for creating your own home theater!
Easy le and screenshot transfers:
Send and share les and screenshots from your PC to your smart devices directly with a
touch over Wi-Fi.
GPU Boost
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.
USB 3.0 Boost
New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the
latest USB 3.0 standard. Witht 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.
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