Asus Z77 manual

Motherboard SABERTOOTH Z77[...]

ii E7246 Revised Edition V2 February 2012 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 [...]

iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi About this guide ........................................................................................................ vii SABERTOOTH Z77 specications summary ...............................................[...]

iv Contents 2.4 Starting up for the rst time .................................................................... 2-44 2.5 T urning off the computer ......................................................................... 2-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS ................................................................................[...]

v 4.3.4 DIGI+ Power Control ................................................................. 4-1 1 4.3.5 Sensor Recorder ....................................................................... 4-15 4.3.6 Ai Charger+ ............................................................................... 4-16 4.3.7 USB Charger+ .............................[...]

vi Safety information Electrical safety • T o 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[...]

vii About this guide Th is u se r gu id e co nt ai ns t he in fo rm at io n yo u ne ed w he n in st al li ng a nd co n gu ri ng t he m ot he rb oa rd. 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. [...]

viii Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. T ypography 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 pres[...]

ix SABERTOOTH Z77 specications summary (continued on the next page) CPU LGA 1 155 socket for Intel ® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/ Pentium ® /Celeron ® Processors Supports 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 ** Refer to www .asus.com for[...]

x (continued on the next page) SABERTOOTH Z77 specications summary USB Intel ® Z77 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode* - 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at back panel) ASMedia ® 1042 USB 3.0 controllers - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at the back panel (blue) Intel ® Z77 Expres[...]

xi *Specications are subject to change without notice. SABERTOOTH Z77 specications summary Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Output 1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button 2 x eSA T A 6Gb/s 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 8-channel Audio I/O[...]

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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 1-1 Chapter 1 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS ® SABERTOOTH Z77 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 you[...]

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights LGA1 155 socket for Intel ® 3rd/2nd 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 LGA1 155 package, wi[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 1-3 Chapter 1 Intel ® Smart Response T echnology SSD Speed with HDD Capacity Intel ® Smart Response T echnology 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 c[...]

1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 TUF Thermal Radar The TUF Thermal Radar monitors temperatures in critical parts of the motherboard in real time, automatically adjusting fan speeds to make sure the system maintains high stability . It consists of multiple sensors, giving users the ability to track each individually . Automatic calculat[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 1-5 Chapter 1 ESD Guards ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Guards provides protection against electrostatic discharges, which can damage the motherboard’s components. The ASUS exclusive Anti-Static chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and ensure the motherboard’s lifespan. 1.3.5 ASUS [...]

1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 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. * USB Charger+ only applies to the bottom port of USB3_12. USB BIOS Flashback With USB[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 1-7 Chapter 1 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 bidirectional communications, thus enabling the fastest refresh rates, and the highest resolution digital display through a single cable. Al[...]

1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed T ake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal ob[...]

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Refer to 2.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 1 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-3 Chapter 2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 2-24 2. CPU, chassis, and assistant fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, CHA_F AN1–4, CPU_OPT , 3-pin ASST_F AN) 2-22 3. LGA1 155 CPU socket 2-4 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 2-5 5. MemOK! switch 2-15 6. USB 3.0 connector (2[...]

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.2 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. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • The LGA1 156 CPU is i[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-5 Chapter 2 Recommended memory congurations 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2[...]

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Memory congurations Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and 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 f[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-7 Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH Z77 Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DA TA AD63I1B0823EV 2GB SS A-DA TA 3CCA-1509A - - • • • A-DA TA AXDU1333GC2G9(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-9-9-24 •[...]

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM SAMSUNG M378B5673FH0-CH9 2GB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F - - • • • SAMSUNG M378B5273CH0-CH9 4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C K4B2G0846C - • • • SAMSUNG M378B5273DH0-CH9 4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-9 Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH Z77 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 - - • • • A-DA TA AM2U16BC4P2 4GB DS A-DA TA 3CCD-1509A - - ?[...]

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH Z77 Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 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 AX3U2000GC4G9B(XMP) 4GB DS - - 9-1 1-9-27 1.55~ 1.75 • • Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) 6GB (3x[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-1 1 Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH Z77 Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2133 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 AX3U2133C2G9B(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-1 1-9-27 1.55~1.75 • • A-DA TA AX3U2133GC2G9B(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-9-9[...]

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 s[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-13 Chapter 2 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (beige) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • In CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 and PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide suf?[...]

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper 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 [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-15 Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard switch The onboard switch allows you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open- case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause sys[...]

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED 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 mo[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-17 Chapter 2 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® Z77 Serial A T A 6Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1/2 [brown]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial A T A hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 conguration with the I[...]

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2. Intel ® Z77 Serial A T A 3Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A3G_3–6 [black]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 3Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial A T A 3Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial A T A hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 conguration[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-19 Chapter 2 3. ASMedia ® Serial A T A 6Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_E1/E2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6Gb/s signal cables. • The SA T A6G_E1/E2 (gray) connectors do not support A T API devices. • Y ou must install Windows ® XP Service Pack 3 or later versi[...]

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 5. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with the USB 3.0 specicaton that supports up to 4.8 Gbps connection speed. If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with this USB 3.0 connector , you can have a fro[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-21 Chapter 2 • Y ou can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) rst, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. • Remove the USB dust cover before installation. • The USB 2.0 connector module is purchased separately[...]

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 8. CPU, chassis, and assistant fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CPU_OPT F AN; 4-pin CHA_F AN1-4; 3-pin ASST_F AN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector . • The CPU_F AN connector support[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-23 Chapter 2 9. 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 connect a high-denition front[...]

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 • 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 350W . • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EA TX12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot. • U[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-25 Chapter 2 • 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 system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin co[...]

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1 155 CPU Intel LGA 1 155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SA T A hard disk drive SA T A optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (op[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-27 Chapter 2 2.3.2 CPU installation Please note the order in opening/ closing the double latch. Follow the instructions printed on the metal sealing hatch or the illustrations shown below in this manual. The plastic cap will pop up automatically once the CPU is in place and the hatch properly sealed down. 1 2 3 A B[...]

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 4 5 A B C[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-29 Chapter 2 2.3.3 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 1 2 A B B A[...]

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 1 2 3 T o remove a DIMM 2.3.4 DIMM installation B A[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-31 Chapter 2 2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only . The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 1[...]

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 3[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-33 Chapter 2 2.3.6 Thermal Armor for ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 The Thermal Armor for ASUS SABER TOOTH Z77 consists of a rear I/O cover fan, and a cover fan assembly , providing effective dissipation of the heat generated from the motherboard components. T o ensure the most optimum heat dissipation, follow the instruction below to [...]

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 4. Install the assembled fan and sponge to the rear I/O fan socket, and screw the I/O fan cover lid to close. The TUF logo must be visible along with the I/O ports. 5. Place the fan cable inside the cable slot, and connect the fan cable to the assistant fan (ASST_F AN1) connector on the motherboard Kee[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-35 Chapter 2 2. Place the fan into the socket, ensuring that the TUF logo is facing up, and screw to lock in place using the four bundled long screws. Keep the fan cable hidden under the thermal armor to prevent clutter . 3. Connect the fan cable to the assistant fan (ASST_F AN2) connector on the motherboard. The scre wdri ve[...]

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.7 A TX Power connection 1 2 OR OR[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-37 Chapter 2 2.3.8 SA T A device connection OR 2 OR 1[...]

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.9 Front I/O Connector IDE_LED POWER SW RESET SW IDE_LED- IDE_LED+ PWR Reset Ground Ground 1 2 T o install ASUS Q-Connector USB 2.0 AAFP T o install USB 2.0 Connector T o install front panel audio connector USB 3.0 T o install USB 3.0 Connector Remove the USB dust cover before installing the USB 2.0[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-39 Chapter 2 2.3.10 Rear panel connection * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port denitions. *** USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 only support Windows 7 or later versions. The bottom port of USB3_12 supports USB Charger+ and USB BIOS Flashback. Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports 1, 2, 3 and [...]

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 • DO NOT insert a dif ferent connector to the external SA T A port. • DO NOT connect a keyboard/mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows ® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows ® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 dri[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-41 Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to Stereo Speakers 2.3.1 1 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports[...]

2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Conne ct to 5. 1 cha nnel Spe akers Connect to 7.1 channel Spe akers[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 2-43 Chapter 2 1. Do not disconnect the USB ash drive or power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button during the BIOS updating process. Doing so will interrupt the BIOS updating process. In case of interruption, follow the steps again to update the BIOS. 2. If LED ashes for ve seconds and turns into a stable light, this [...]

2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover . 2. Be sure that all switches are of f. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge p[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-1 Chapter 3 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unied Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable more exible and convenient mouse input. Users can easi[...]

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.1 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[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-3 Chapter 3 3.2.2 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 . Menu [...]

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai T weaker, Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button appears when enterin[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-5 Chapter 3 Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit T o clear the administrator password, key in the current password in the Enter Current Password box, and then press <Enter> when prompted to create/conrm the password. Password Description If ONL Y the Administrator's password is set, then this only li[...]

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected elds in the BIOS setup program. T o set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-7 Chapter 3 3.4 Ai Tweaker 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 [...]

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Ai Overclock T uner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency . Select any of these preset overclocking conguration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P .] [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-9 Chapter 3 3-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Allows you to set the 3-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting [Manual] Select to to manually assign a 3-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to the 4-Core Ratio Limit. 1-Core/2-Core Ratio Limit must not be set to [Auto] 4-Core Ratio Lim[...]

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. DRAM CAS# Latency →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous V alues F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen UEFI BIO[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-1 1 Chapter 3 Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [3 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# PRE T ime [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# ACT Ti[...]

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM CKE Minimum pulse width [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM CAS# Write to Latency [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RTL (CHA[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-13 Chapter 3 DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM CLK Period. Conguration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [1 1] [12] [13] [14] T ransmitter Slew(CHA) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1 CHA T ransmitter slew] – [7 CHA Transmitter slew] T ransmitter Slew(CHB) [Auto] Conguratio[...]

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Allows User can manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. The value will be limit to CPU base or factory setting. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-15 Chapter 3 Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Load-line is dened by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher value could get higher voltage and good overclocking perfoma[...]

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU V oltage Frequency [Auto] Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response, and the thermal component. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Conguration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to Manual Mode. The thermal conditions should be monitored. VR[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-17 Chapter 3 iGPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to set the iGPU Current Capability . Conguration options: [100%] [1 10%] [120%] [130%] [140%] DO NOT remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . The thermal conditions should be monitored. Some of the following items above are adjusted [...]

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Manual V oltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU V oltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set a xed CPU voltage. The values range from 0.800V to 1.990V with a 0.005V interval. Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-19 Chapter 3 Black Y ellow Pink Red CPU Manual V oltage 0.8V–1.22V 1.225V– 1.280V 1.285V– 1.335V 1.340V– 1.990V CPU Offset V oltage 0.005V– 0.060V 0.065V– 0.120V 0.125V– 0.175V 0.180V– 0.635V iGPU Offset V oltage 0.005V– 0.035V 0.04V–0.065V 0.07V–0.1V 0.105V– 0.635V DRAM V oltage 1.20000V– 1.57500V 1[...]

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction. 3.5 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 CPU Conguration Par[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-21 Chapter 3 3.5.1 CPU Conguration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. Scroll down to display the following items: Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Version 2.10.1208. Copyr[...]

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Conguration options: [All] or by CPU specication Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Di[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-23 Chapter 3 3.5.2 PCH Conguration Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Enabled/Disabled the High Precision Event Timer . Back Advanced PCH Conguration > UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode PCH Conguration High Precision Timer Enabled > Intel (R) Rapid Start T echnology > Intel (R) Smart Connect [...]

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.5.3 SA T A Conguration Whil e ente ring Se tup, t he BIOS autom atical ly d etects the pr esence of SA T A dev ices. The S A T A Port items show N ot Pre sent if no SA T A device is in stalled to th e corre spondi ng SA T A port . Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Determines how SA TA contro[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-25 Chapter 3 SA T A Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SA T A conguration. [Disabled] Disables the SA T A function. [IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial A T A hard disk drives as Parallel A T A physical storage devices. [AHCI Mode] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SA T A hard disk drive[...]

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.5.4 System Agent Conguration Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] [Enabled] Allow you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. [Disabled] Disables this function. Graphics Conguration Allows you to set the graphics conguration for primary display , iGPU memory , render standby , and iGPU initiation function[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-27 Chapter 3 3.5.5 USB Conguration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Enables Legacy USB support. AUT O option disables legacy support if no USB devices are connected. DISABLE option will keep USB devices available only for UEFI application[...]

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Conguration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller . [Enabled] Enables the High DUEFInition Audio Controller. The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled]. Front Panel T ype [HD] Allows you to set the front panel aud[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-29 Chapter 3 PCI Express X16_3 slot (black) [X1 mode] Allows you to set the modes of the PCIe slots. [X1 mode] PCIe x16_3 slot runs at X1 mode with all slots enabled. [X4 mode] PCIe x16_3 slot runs at its highest performance support. Enabling the X4 mode disables the PCIe x1_1, PCIe x1_2 and PCIe x1_3. ASM1061 Storage Control[...]

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 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 [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-31 Chapter 3 3.5.8 Network Stack Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Enable/Disable UEFI network staack. Back Advanced Network Stack > UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Network Stack Disable Link Network Stack [Disable Link] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Conguration op[...]

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6 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: Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: Gen[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-33 Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous V alues F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen ASST 1 Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM ASST 1 Fan Prole Standard ASST 2 Q-Fan[...]

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Prole to [Manual]. CPU Upper T emperature [70] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 20ºC to 75ºC. CPU Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-35 Chapter 3 Chassis 1/2/3/4 Lower T emperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature. Chassis 1/2/3/4 Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. The values range from 60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fa[...]

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Allow Fan Stop [Disable] Allows your assistant fans to run at 0% cycle when the motherboard’s temperature drops to a certain degree. Conguration options: [Disable] [Enable] Fan Overtime [1 minute] Allows you to set the turbo fan’s working time to extend for good heat dissipation, and lowers the temperatur[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-37 Chapter 3 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. 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]. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disable[...]

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [A dv an ce d Mo de ] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. [EZ Mode] Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enable both UEFI and Legacy] [E na bl e bo th U EF I an d Le ga cy] Enables both UEFI and Le[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-39 Chapter 3 3.8 Tool menu The T ool menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility . When you press <Enter>, a conrmation message appears. Use the left/right arro[...]

3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Label Allows you to input the label of setup prole. Save to Prole Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a prole. Key in a prole number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and select Y es . Y ou can also do this by or keying the <+> or <->, press &l[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-41 Chapter 3 3.9 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 m[...]

3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability , compatibility , or performance. However , BIOS updating is potentially risky . If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS . Inappropriate BIOS updati[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-43 Chapter 3 Updating the BIOS through the Internet T o update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet , and then click Next . 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc. If you want to enable the BIOS downgradable function and auto BIOS backup fun[...]

3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 • The screenshots in this section are for reference only . The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software conguration. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS le T o update the BIOS through a BIOS ?[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-45 Chapter 3 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www .asus.com. T o update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the[...]

3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS le when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Y ou can restore a corrupted BIOS le using the motherboard support DVD or a USB ash drive that contains the [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-47 Chapter 3 Booting the system in DOS environment 1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer . When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu . Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical dri[...]

3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 2. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2012/01/12] Current ROM Update ROM Note Saving BIOS: PATH: A: BOARD: SABERTOOTH Z77 VER: 0262 DATE: 01/12/2012 BOARD: Unknown VER[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 3-49 Chapter 3 4. Select Y es and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater . Restart your computer . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later , the utility automatically exits to the DOS pr[...]

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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-1 Chapter 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP .EXE from the BIN folder . Double-click the ASSETUP .EXE to run the DVD. 4.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows ® XP/ 64-bit XP/ 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS). Always[...]

4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual les are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat ® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-3 Chapter 4 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software application for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates se[...]

4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.2 ASUS TUF Thermal Radar The TUF Thermal Radar monitors temperatures in critical parts of the motherboard in real time, automatically adjusting fan speeds to make sure the system maintains high stability without overheating. It consists of multiple sensors for various components on the motherboard, givi[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-5 Chapter 4 Conguring system fan settings The TUF Thermal Radar provides easy-to-use fan proles for adjusting the CPU f an, assistant fan (I/O cover fan and cover fan), and the chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by dif ferent climate conditions in different geographic regions and your [...]

4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Y ou can also assign the specic system component(s) to monitor and have Thermal Radar to dynamically adjust the fan speeds in real-time when the temperature of the monitored system component reaches to certain degree. T o customize the fan speed with advanced options 1. Select User in the Prole Name d[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-7 Chapter 4 4. If you are not sure how to choose the proper components to monitor and the percentage to adjust, click Auto and have Thermal Radar do the recommended settings for you. Click Apply for the setting to take effect. Conguring Fan-Off settings When this function is selected, the fans automatically turn off when t[...]

4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Fan Overtime is disabled when you enable the ErP in the BIOS. The two assistant (ASST) fans run on standby power after system shutdown. DO NOT connect too many standby-powered devices as this result to power overload. • • Conguring Fan Overtime settings Allows you to customize the fan’s working tim[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-9 Chapter 4 4.3.3 T urboV EVO ASUS T urboV EVO introduces T urboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and relate d volta ge val ues. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch T urboV EVO by clicking T ool > T urboV EVO on the AI Suite II main menu bar . Refer to the software man[...]

4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Using Advanced Mode Click on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings. Advanced mode Applies all changes immediately Undoes all changes without applying Click to restore all start-up settings Current values T arget values V oltage Adjustment bars CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-1 1 Chapter 4 4.3.4 DIGI+ Power Control DIGI+ PowerControl allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability . It also provides the highest power efciency , generating less heat to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboa[...]

4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Function no. Function description 7 CPU Power Thermal Control A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking performance to enlarge O.C potential. 8 CPU Power Response Control Provides a faster and precise power response rate for your CPU. Apply a higher value for [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-13 Chapter 4 • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU and DRAM specication. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Function no. Function description 1 DRAM Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking freque[...]

4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU and DRAM specication. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Function no. Function description 1 35W Allows you to limit the wattage to 35W for power saving. 2 45W Allows you to limit the wattage t[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-15 Chapter 4 4.3.5 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to designate specic time spans on record to keep track of the three system statuses for certain purposes. Launching Sensor Recorder After installing[...]

4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.6 Ai Charger+ This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices**. *Check your USB device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. **The actual charging speed may vvary with your USB d[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-17 Chapter 4 The utility cannot detect the devices connected to your computer if the charging mode is enabled. 4.3.7 USB Charger+ This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable USB devices even if your PC is off, in Sleep Mode, or Hibernate Mode. Launching the USB Charger+ T o launch this utility , open the AI Suite II [...]

4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Setting up the charging function When a portable device is connected to the USB port of the PC, the USB Charger+ automatically detects the kind of your device. Charging the device Click to fast-charge your device. Click to fast-charge your connected device. Indicates that the portable device is in charging[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-19 Chapter 4 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost The ASUS exclusive USB 3.0 Boost provides speed boost for USB 3.0 devices and the up-to-date support of USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP). With USB 3.0 Boost, you can accelerate the transfer speed of your USB 3.0 devices with ease. Launching USB 3.0 Boost After installing AI Suite II from the [...]

4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.9 Network iControl Ensure to install the LAN drivers before using this function. Network iControl is only supported under Windows 7 and can only support the onboard LAN. • • ASUS Network iControl, a one-stop setup network control center that gives you the EZ Start, Quick Connection, and EZ Prole[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-21 Chapter 4 Using Quick Connection Conguring the PPPoE connection settings Before enabling the Network iControl’s Quick Connection functions, you must congure the PPPoE connection settings T o congure the PPPoE settings : Right-click in the taskbar , and select Open Network and Sharing Center . . Right-click the P[...]

4-22 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Conguring the Quick Connection T o congure the auto-PPPoE connection: Click the Quick Connection tab. T ick Automatically connect online anytime option, then select the connection name in the Connection Name dropdown box. Click Apply to enable PPPoE automatic network connection. Y ou can also enable [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-23 Chapter 4 Using EZ Prole T o use the EZ Prole: EZ Prole allows you to load, edit, and save your own network program priority prole. Click the EZ Prole tab. The programs are shown in the network program column. Select the network program, and click to create your prole. Click to save the changes and/or ren[...]

4-24 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.10 ASUS Update ASUS Update lays out the options for updating BIOS on your system. Update BIOS utility on your system or simply save the utility for later use just by following the directions on this convenient updating feature. Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard sup[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-25 Chapter 4 4.3.1 1 MyLogo2 This MyLogo utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On-Self-T ests (POST). Personalize your computer from the very beginning! Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch MyLogo by c[...]

4-26 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 2. Click on Auto T une to adjust image size compatibility or adjust the resolution bar . 3. Y ou can click on Booting Preview to preview the boot image. Then click Next. 4. Click on Flash to start updating the image to the boot logo. 5. Click on Y es to reboot or you can also see the new logo next time you[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-27 Chapter 4 4.3.12 Audio congurations The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer . The software provides Jack-Detection function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability . The CODEC also includes the Realtek ® proprietary UAJ ® (Universal[...]

4-28 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.4 RAID congurations The motherboard comes with the Intel ® Z77 chipset controller that allows you to congure Serial A T A hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID congurations: • Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 suppo[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-29 Chapter 4 4.4.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array . T o install the SA T A hard disks for a RAID conguration: 1. Install the SA T A hard disks into the driv[...]

4-30 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Creating a RAID set T o create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>. 3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press the up/down arrow key to select a RAID leve[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-31 Chapter 4 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press <Enter>[...]

4-32 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Deleting a RAID set T ake caution when deleting a RAID set. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. T o delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Exiting the Intel ® Rapid Stora[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-33 Chapter 4 4.4.5 Intel ® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies This section details the overview of the installation and conguration procedures of the Intel ® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies. Intel ® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies feature the three technologies: Intel ® Smart Response T echnolog[...]

4-34 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 SSD Capacity Requirements SSD Partition Capacity Requirements System DRAM 2GB 4GB 8GB Intel ® storage combinations Intel ® Rapid Start 2GB 4GB 8GB Intel ® Smart Response 20GB 20GB 20GB Intel ® Smart Response and Intel ® Rapid Start Separate 20GB and 2GB partition (SSD size > 22GB) Separate 20GB and[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-35 Chapter 4 Intel ® Smart Response T echnology Intel ® Smart Response T echnology boosts overall system performance. It uses an installed SSD with at least 20GB size as a cache for frequently-accessed operations. It speeds up hard drive and main memory interaction, reduces load and wait time, maximizes storage usage, and s[...]

4-36 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 • T o enable Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , you need at least one SSD ( 20GB) and an HDD, and only one SSD can be assigned for caching. • If you want to restore the OS, go to BIOS Option ROM > Acceleration Options and remove the Disks/V olume Acceleration to disable Intel ® Smart Response T [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-37 Chapter 4 If your SSD is smaller than 64GB, and is set to Full disk capacity caching option for Intel ® Smart Response, you cannot see any volume in the Disk Management. Ensure to set your cache memory value of 18.6GB in Intel ® Smart Response to allow enough capacity for the Intel ® Rapid Start partition. 3. Right clic[...]

4-38 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 • The value “ x ” refers to a disk number where you want to create the store partition. • The value “ x ” refers to a disk number where you created the unallocated partition. • Refer to step 5 for details about the unallocated disk space in the SSD. 6. T o launch the disk partitioning tool, c[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-39 Chapter 4 The Hibernation Partition does not appear when you choose “GPT (GUID Partition T able store type”. Ensure the “Unallocated” disappears from the volume, and a new partition is identied. 12. T ype set id=84 override , press Enter , and wait for the “shrinking process” until the Disk Management utilit[...]

4-40 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 The value “ x ” refers to a disk number where you want to delete the store partition. Click to enable or disable battery saving mode. This function only applies to notebooks. Select and click to enable or disable the function Click to enable or disable the timer . When enabled, move the scroll bar to t[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-41 Chapter 4 The value “ x ” refers to a disk number where you want to delete the store partition. 5. T ype list partition , press Enter , and select the partition where the Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology is installed by typing select partition x (x = number), and press Enter . 6. T ype delete partition override , and p[...]

4-42 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology The Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology is a feature that provides the latest content updates and energy efciency to your computer’s platform. Once installed and activated, Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology periodically wakes up the system from sleep mode, performs u[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-43 Chapter 4 Click to enable or disable the function When the scroll bar is activated, adjust the waking up time period for Internet data update. Click to congure the basic settings The Advanced tab is activated when updating is enabled Click to view version information and help topics When updating is enabled, click to re[...]

4-44 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 3. T o disable the updating function, click Disable Updating . Clicking this button automatically disables the conguration in the Advanced tab. T o reset to defaults, click Reset All to Defaults . 4. In the Advanced tab, set up the schedule during low power usage time period for power saving. This setti[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-45 Chapter 4 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk A oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows ® operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. • The motherboard does not provide a oppy drive connector . Y ou have to use a USB oppy disk drive when creating a SA T A RAID [...]

4-46 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® OS installation T o install the RAID driver in Windows ® XP: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third- party SCSI or RAID driver . 2. Pre ss <F6 >, a nd the n i nser t t he op py di sk with RA ID [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 4-47 Chapter 4 4.5.4 Using a USB oppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows ® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a oppy disk during the OS installation. T o solve this issue, add the USB oppy disk drive’s V endor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) to the oppy disk [...]

4-48 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopW orkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem le. 9. T ype the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USBVID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” 10. Save and exit the le. Add the [...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 5-1 Chapter 5 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.1.1 Requirements • In Dual CrossFireX [...]

5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately . 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 4. Align and rmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connecto[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 5-3 Chapter 5 2. The VISION Engine Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of multi- graphics cards. Click Go to continue to the VISION Engine Control Center Advanced View window . 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to ins[...]

5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5.2 NVIDIA ® SLI™ technology The motherboard supports the NVIDIA ® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.2.1 Requirements • In SLI mode, you shoul[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 5-5 Chapter 5 4. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is rmly in place. 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately . 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 5.2.3 [...]

5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize . B2. From the Personalization window , select Display Settings . B3. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings .[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 5-7 Chapter 5 B4. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab, and then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel . B5. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window , select Set SLI Conguration . Click Enable SLI and set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply [...]

5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVP LucidLogix Virtu MVP allows your computer’s VGA output and discrete graphic cards to perform better , respond faster and process media les smoother within a low power environment. Its GPU virtualization assigns tasks to the best available graphic source while the[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 5-9 Chapter 5 i-Mode T o use LucidLogix Virtu MVP in i-Mode, the display must be connected to the onboard video output. Ensure to set the Primary Display to iGPU in BIOS to activate i-Mode support. d-Mode T o use LucidLogix Virtu MVP in d-Mode, the display must be connected to the installed graphics card. Ensure to set the Prim[...]

5-10 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5.3.3 Conguring LucidLogix Virtu MVP Launch the Virtu MVP Control Panel to allow you to congure the main features, adjust the performance settings and select applications for graphical virtualization. T o open the control panel, right-click LucidLogix Virtu MVP icon in the noticatio[...]

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z77 5-1 1 Chapter 5 Click to turn Hyperformance® ON or OFF Click to turn Virtual Vsync ON or OFF Performance Allows you to turn ON/OFF the Hyperformance ® or Virtual Vsync function.[...]

5-12 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 Click to select a program to run by discrete card, iGPU, or Hyperformance ® Click to add, edit, or remove programs See the descriptions of these columns below: D column allows you to run applications with the discrete graphic card. Select D to enable 3D graphical performance for that applic[...]

ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE A-1 Appendices Appendices 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[...]

A-2 Appendices Appendices 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 Communic[...]

ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE A-3 Appendices 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 (Ame[...]

A-4 Appendices Appendices EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O. C. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparat[...]