Asus 98Q77-M manual

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    Motherboard P8Q77-M[...]

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    ii Copyright © 2012 ASUST eK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without [...]

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    iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................... vi About this guide ......................................................................................... vi P8Q77-M specications summary .......................................................... viii Chapter 1: Product int[...]

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    iv Contents 1.13 Software support ........................................................................ 1-32 1.13.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-3 2 1.13.2 Support DVD information .............................................. 1-3 2 1.13.3 Intel ® SBA support ...........................................[...]

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    v Contents 2.5.5 System Agent Conguration ......................................... 2-1 8 2.5.6 Intel TXT(L T) Conguration ........................................... 2-1 9 2.5.7 AMT Conguration ........................................................ 2-1 9 2.5.8 USB Conguration ........................................................ 2[...]

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    vi Safety information Electrical safety • T o prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric 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 pow[...]

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    vii Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/W ARNING: 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. NOTE: T ips and ad[...]

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    viii P8Q77-M specications summary (continued on the next page) CPU LGA1 155 socket for Intel ® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium ® / Celeron ® processors Supports Intel 22/32nm CPU Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0 * The Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Ref[...]

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    ix P8Q77-M specications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS EPU - GPU Boost - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - MemOK! - ASUS AI Suite II - Ai Charger - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring graphics user interface ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Q-Fan 2 - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY : - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASU[...]

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    x BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP , DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.7, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, ASUS EZ Flash 2 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Accessories 2 x Serial A T A 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti[...]

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    1-1 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Product introduction Motherboard ASUS P8Q77-M motherboard Cables 2 x Serial A T A 6.0Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O shield Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User Manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer . 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product h[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-2 Intel ® Q77 Express Chipset The Intel ® Q77 Express Chipset is a single-chipset designed to support the 1 155 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 . Additio[...]

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    1-3 Chapter 1: Product introduction Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology Allows your computer to quickly resume from a lowe-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 . PCI Express ® 3.0 PCI Express ® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the latest P[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-4 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. MemOK! MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility . This remarkable me[...]

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    1-5 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility . C.P .R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P .R. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure. C.P .R. eliminates the need to open the sys[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-6 P8Q77-M 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard ts into it. Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Plac[...]

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    1-7 Chapter 1: Product introduction P8Q77-M PCIEX16 PCI1 PCI2 PCIEX4_1 AAFP EATXPWR CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CHA_FAN1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power Super I/O VIA VT1708S EPU KBMS DP 64Mb BIOS 64Mb BIOS SB_PWR CLRTC DIS_ME 22.8cm(9.0in) 24.4cm(9.6in) Intel ® Q77 DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pi[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 155 socket designed for the Intel ® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium ® / Celeron ® processors. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on t[...]

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    1-9 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1 2 3 The LGA1 156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1 155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1 156 CPU on the LGA1 155 socket. A B[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-10 A B C 5 4[...]

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    1-1 1 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.6.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary . T o install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 B A A B 3 1 4[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-12 A B B A T o uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 1[...]

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    1-13 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.7.2 Memory congurations Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Y ou may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel conguration. Any excess memory from the[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-14 P8Q77-M Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DA TA AM2U16BC2P1 2GB SS A-DA TA 3CCD-1509A EL1 126T - - • • • A-DA TA AD31600E001GM(O)U3K 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65V - 1[...]

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    1-15 Chapter 1: Product introduction (continued on the next page) DDR3-1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DA TA AD31333001GOU 1GB SS A-Data AD30908C8D-151C E0906 - - • A-DA TA AD3U1333C2G9 2GB SS A-DA TA 3CCD-1509HNA1 126L - - • • • A-DA[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-16 DDR3-1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Kingston KVR1333D3N9/2G-SP(low prole) 2GB DS Kingston D1288JPSFPGD9U - 1.5V • • • Kingston KHX1333C7D3K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7 1.65V • • • Kingston KHX1333C9D3UK2/ 4[...]

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    1-17 Chapter 1: Product introduction DDR3-1066 MHz capability Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM : Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory conguration. We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. • 2 DIMM s: Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the blue slots [...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-18 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIM[...]

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    1-19 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-20 1.9 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Y ou can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as s[...]

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    1-21 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a net[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-22 4. Line In port (light blue) . This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player , or other audio sources. 5. Line Out port (lime) . This port connects to a headphone or a speaker . In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel congurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 6. Microphone port (pink) . This port connects [...]

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    1-23 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector . • We recommend that you conn[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-24 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air ow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 3-pin CHA_F AN1/2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on[...]

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    1-25 Chapter 1: Product introduction • For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with A TX 12 V Specication 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W . • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin / 8-pin A TX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot up. • We re[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-26 7. Intel ® Q77 Serial A T A 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default. If you intend to create a Serial A T A RAID set using these connectors, set the SA T A Mode Selec[...]

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    1-27 Chapter 1: Product introduction • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default. If you intend to create a Serial A T A RAID set using these connectors, set the SA T A Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section 2.5.5 SA T A Conguration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included [...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-28 10. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_P ANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector . The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power , and blinks when the[...]

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    1-29 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specication that supports up to 480 Mbps con[...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-30 MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch lights continuously . Press and hold the MemOK! switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. • Refer to section 1.12 Onb[...]

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    1-31 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.12 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. [...]

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    ASUS P8Q77-M 1-32 1.13 Software support 1.13.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows ® XP / 7 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary . Refer to your OS documentation for detailed i[...]

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    1-33 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.13.3 Intel ® SBA support Intel ® SBA (Small Business Advantage) is a combination of hardware and software that provides unique security and productivity capabilities designed for small businesses. Intel ® SBA requires MEI driver (AMT host software kit) installed. Platform requirements: • Windows ® 7 (32/[...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS le to a USB ash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility . • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Prov[...]

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    2-2 ASUS P8Q77-M 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS le from the ASUS website at www .asus.com. T o update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the USB ash disk that contains the latest BIOS le to t[...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 • This function supports USB ash disks with FA T 32/16 format and single partition only . • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS [...]

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    2-4 ASUS P8Q77-M Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:>d: D:> 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number . 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB ash drive). Please select boot device: S[...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-5 Updating the BIOS le T o update the BIOS le using BIOS Updater 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 Current ROM Update ROM A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [Esc] Exit P8Q77.CAP 8388[...]

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    2-6 ASUS P8Q77-M Using the power button , reset button , or the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> keys to force reset from a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system. We recommend to always shut down the system properly from the operating system. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes [...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-7 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority . T o access the Advanced Mode , click Exit/Advanced Mode , then s[...]

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    2-8 ASUS P8Q77-M Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode . Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations. T o access the EZ Mode, click Exit , then select ASUS EZ Mode . Main Ai T weaker Advanced Mo[...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-9 Pop-up window Select a menu item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the conguration options for that item. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not t on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> / <Page Down>[...]

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    2-10 ASUS P8Q77-M 2.3.1 System Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Conguration options: [English] [Español] [Русский] 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system time. 2.3.4 Security The Security menu items [...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 1 2.4 Ai T weaker menu The Ai T weaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai T weaker menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction. The conguration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model [...]

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    2-12 ASUS P8Q77-M 2.4.1 CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio mode. [Auto] DRAM speed is set to the optimized settings. [100:133] The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100:133. [100:100] The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100:100. 2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto] All[...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-13 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep T echnology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel ® SpeedStep T echnology (EIST). [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in decreased average consumption and decre[...]

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    2-14 ASUS P8Q77-M CPU Offset V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Offset voltage. The values range from 0.005V to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently , and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. 2.4.8 DRAM V oltage [Auto[...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-15 Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction. 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Trusted Computing (TPM) se[...]

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    2-16 ASUS P8Q77-M CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency . Use <+> and <-> keys or the numeric keypad to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock sp[...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-17 CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel Virtualization T echnology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously , enabling one system to[...]

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    2-18 ASUS P8Q77-M S.M.A.R.T . Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T . (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting T echnology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur , this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST . Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] This item only ap[...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 Swing Control [Reduced] Sets the execution of the PEG Swing Control on IVB C0 and later . Conguration options: [Reduced] [Half] [Full] Gen3 Equalization [Enabled] Enables or disables the execution of PEG Gen3 Equalization steps. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Gen3 Eq Phase 2 [Auto] Sets the executio[...]

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    2-20 ASUS P8Q77-M The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presenc[...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-21 The following item appears only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled]. Front Panel T ype [HD] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or high- denition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front pan[...]

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    2-22 ASUS P8Q77-M 2.5.10 APM ErP Ready [Disabled] This item allows user to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to Enabled, all other PME options will be switched off. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power[...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-23 2.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the following items: Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Sele[...]

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    2-24 ASUS P8Q77-M 2.6.1 CPU T emperature / MB T emperature [xxx�C/xxx�F] [xxx�C/xxx�F] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware [...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-25 2.6.4 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning spe[...]

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    2-26 ASUS P8Q77-M 2.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. 2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. 2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the [...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-27 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the thir d-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so. 2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [A dv an ce d Mo de ][...]

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    2-28 ASUS P8Q77-M 2.8 T ools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 . 2.8.[...]

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    Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-29 2.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Y ou can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menu[...]

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    Appendices A-1 Appendices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equi[...]

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    A-2 ASUS P8Q77-M VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement KC: Korea W arning Statement Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. T[...]

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    ASUS contact information ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-T e Road, Peitou, T aipei, T aiwan 1 1259 T elephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site www .asus.com.tw T echnical Support T elephone +86-21-3842991 1 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNA TIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way , F[...]

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    EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard[...]