ASUS SABERTOOTH Z77 User Manual

SABERTOOTH Z77

Motherboard

E7246

Revised Edition V2

February 2012

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Contents

Safety information......................................................................................................	vi
About this guide.........................................................................................................	vii
SABERTOOTH Z77 specifications summary............................................................	ix

Chapter 1:		Product introduction
1.1	Welcome!	.....................................................................................................	1-1
1.2	Package contents.......................................................................................		1-1
1.3	Special features..........................................................................................		1-2
	1.3.1 ........................................................................	Product highlights	1-2
	1.3.2 ...........................................	“Ultimate COOL!” Thermal Solutions	1-3
	1.3.3 ....................................................	“TUF ENGINE!” Power Design	1-4
	1.3.4 ..................................................	“Safe & Stable!” Guardian Angel	1-4
	1.3.5 ..............................................................................	ASUS EZ DIY	1-5
	1.3.6 ............................................................	ASUS Exclusive Features	1-5
	1.3.7 ..................................................................	Other special features	1-6

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..........................................................................	2-12
	2.2.5	Jumper.......................................................................................	2-14
	2.2.6	Onboard switch..........................................................................	2-15
	2.2.7	Onboard LEDs...........................................................................	2-16
	2.2.8	Internal connectors....................................................................	2-17
2.3	Building your computer system..............................................................		2-26
	2.3.1	Additional tools and components to build a PC system.............	2-26
	2.3.2	CPU installation.........................................................................	2-27
	2.3.3	CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation..............................	2-29
	2.3.4	DIMM installation.......................................................................	2-30
	2.3.5	Motherboard installation............................................................	2-31
	2.3.6	Thermal Armor for ASUS SABERTOOTH Z77..........................	2-33
	2.3.7	ATX Power connection..............................................................	2-36
	2.3.8	SATA device connection............................................................	2-37
	2.3.9	Front I/O Connector...................................................................	2-38
	2.3.10	Rear panel connection...............................................................	2-39
	2.3.11	Audio I/O connections................................................................	2-41
	2.3.12	USB BIOS Flashback................................................................	2-43

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2.4	Starting up for the first time....................................................................	2-44
2.5	Turning off the computer.........................................................................	2-44

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........................................................................................		3-20
	3.5.1	CPU Configuration.....................................................................	3-21
	3.5.2	PCH Configuration.....................................................................	3-23
	3.5.3	SATAConfiguration....................................................................	3-24
	3.5.4	SystemAgent Configuration......................................................	3-26
	3.5.5	USB Configuration.....................................................................	3-27
	3.5.6	Onboard Devices Configuration.................................................	3-28
	3.5.7	APM...........................................................................................	3-30
	3.5.8	Network Stack............................................................................	3-31
3.6	Monitor menu............................................................................................		3-32
3.7	Boot menu.................................................................................................		3-37
3.8	Tool menu..................................................................................................		3-39
	3.8.1	ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility.............................................................	3-39
	3.8.2.	ASUS O.C. Profile.....................................................................	3-39
	3.8.3.	ASUS SPD Information..............................................................	3-40
3.9	Exit menu...................................................................................................		3-41
3.10	Updating BIOS..........................................................................................		3-42
	3.10.1	ASUS Update utility...................................................................	3-42
	3.10.2	ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility.............................................................	3-45
	3.10.3	ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility.................................................	3-46
	3.10.4	ASUS BIOS Updater..................................................................	3-47

Chapter 4:		Software support
4.1	Installing an operating system..................................................................		4-1
4.2	Support DVD information...........................................................................		4-1
	4.2.1	Running the support DVD............................................................	4-1
	4.2.2	Obtaining the software manuals..................................................	4-2
4.3	Software information..................................................................................		4-3
	4.3.1	AI Suite II.....................................................................................	4-3
	4.3.2	ASUS TUF Thermal Radar..........................................................	4-4
	4.3.3	TurboV EVO................................................................................	4-9

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	4.3.4	DIGI+ Power Control.................................................................	4-11
	4.3.5	Sensor Recorder........................................................................	4-15
	4.3.6	Ai Charger+...............................................................................	4-16
	4.3.7	USB Charger+...........................................................................	4-17
	4.3.8	USB 3.0 Boost...........................................................................	4-19
	4.3.9	Network iControl........................................................................	4-20
	4.3.10	ASUS Update............................................................................	4-24
	4.3.11	MyLogo2....................................................................................	4-25
	4.3.12	Audio configurations..................................................................	4-27
4.4	RAID configurations.................................................................................		4-28
	4.4.1	RAID definitions.........................................................................	4-28
	4.4.2	Installing Serial ATA hard disks..................................................	4-29
	4.4.3	Setting the RAID item in BIOS...................................................	4-29
	4.4.4	Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility.................	4-29
	4.4.5	Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies....................	4-33
4.5	Creating a RAID driver disk.....................................................................		4-45
	4.5.1	Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.................	4-45
	4.5.2	Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®..................................	4-45
	4.5.3	Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation.......	4-46
	4.5.4	Using a USB floppy disk drive...................................................	4-47

Chapter 5:		Multiple GPU technology support
5.1	AMD® 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 AMD® 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
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	Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP.............................................	5-10
Appendices
Notices	.....................................................................................................................		A-1

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 fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified 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 qualified service technician or your retailer.

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About this guide

Thisuserguidecontainstheinformationyouneedwheninstallingandconfiguringthemotherboard.

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 configure multipleATI® CrossFireX™, NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards, and LucidLogix Virtu MVP.

Where to find 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 flyers, 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.

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.

Typography

Bold text	Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics	Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key>	Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
	that you must press the enclosed key.
	Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
	Return key.
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3>	If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
	names are linked with a plus sign (+).
	Example: <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del>

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SABERTOOTH Z77 specifications summary

CPU

Chipset

Memory

Expansion Slots

Multi-GPU Support

Storage

LAN

Audio

LGA 1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/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

Intel® Z77 Express Chipset

4 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR3 1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory

Dual channel memory architecture

Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)

* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of the individual CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified

Vendors) list for details.

** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory

QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists)

2 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slots (single at x16, dual at x8/x8) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot** [black] (Max. at x4 mode,

compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) 3 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots

* PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors.

** The PCIe 2.0 x16 slot shares bandwidth with PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot, PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot, and PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot. The PCIe 2.0 x16 slot default setting is in x1 mode.

Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel HD Graphics support

Supports NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology

Supports AMD® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology

Supports LucidLogix Virtu MVP Technology*

* LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows 7 operating systems.

Intel® Z77 Express Chipset

- 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports (brown) with RAID 0,1, 5, and 10 support - 4 x SATA 3Gb/s ports (black) with RAID 0,1, 5, and 10 support - Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, and Intel® Rapid

Start Technology*

2 x ASMedia® 1061 SATA controllers**

- 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports (gray) - 2 x eSATA 6Gb/s ports (red)

* Supports on Intel® Core processor family with Windows 7 operating systems.

** These SATA ports are for data hard drivers only. ATAPI devices are not supported.

Intel® 82579V Gigabit LAN controller

Realtek® ALC892 8-channel High DefinitionAudio CODEC - Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit True BD Lossless Sound

- BD Audio Layer Content Protection

- Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel

Jack-Retasking

- Optical S/PDIF Out port at back I/O

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SABERTOOTH Z77 specifications 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 Express Chipset
	- 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back
		panel)
	* USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® 7 or later versions.
		UASP standard only supports Windows® OS versions that
		are released after Windows® 7.
Exclusive TUF Features	“Ultimate COOL!” Thermal Solutions
	-	TUF Thermal Armor
	-	TUF Thermal Radar
	“TUF ENGINE!” Power Design
	- 8+4+2 Digital Phase Power Design
	- TUF Components (Choke, Cap. & MOSFET; certified by
		military-standard)
	- ASUS DIGI+ Power Control Utility
	“Safe & Stable!” Guardian Angel
	-	Dust Defender
	-	ESD Guards
	-	MemOK!
	-	Anti Surge
Other Special Features	USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard
	USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ
	BIOS download scheduling
	USB Charger+ featuring quick-charging function for all devices
	Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination
	for top network program in use
	LucidLogix Virtu MVP
	ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user
	interface
	AI Suite II
	ASUS Q-Connector
	ASUS Q-Shield
	ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
	ASUS Q-Slot
	ASUS Q-DIMM
	ASUS O.C. Profile
	ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
	ASUS EZ Flash 2
	ASUS MyLogo 2™
	Multi-language BIOS
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SABERTOOTH Z77 specifications summary

Back Panel I/O Ports

Internal I/O Connectors

BIOS Features

Manageability

Support DVD

Form factor

1 x DisplayPort

1 x HDMI port

1 x Optical S/PDIF Output

1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button

2 x eSATA 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 ports

1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (19-pin; moss green)

3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports

4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (2 x brown; 2 x gray)

4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (black)

1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin black)

1 x CPU OPT fan connector (4-pin black) 4 x Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin black) 2 x Assistant Fan connectors (3-pin white) 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP)

1 x S/PDIF Out header

1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector

1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector

1 x System Panel (Q-Connector)

1 x MemOK! button

1 x Clear CMOS jumper

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, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information

WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE

Drivers

ASUS Utilities

ASUS Update

Anti-virus software (OEM version)

ATX form factor: 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Chapter 1

Chapter 1:

Product introduction

1.1Welcome!

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 your package with the list below.

1.2Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

Manual

User

	ASUS SABERTOOTH Z77	User guide	Support DVD
	motherboard

	2 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		2 x Accessory Fans	1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit
	3 x PCIe x16 Slot dust covers		3 x PCIe x1 Slot dust covers	2 x DRAM slot dust covers
				M
				3
	2 x short fan screws		4 x long fan screws	1 x Adhesive sponge for 35mm
				fan
		warranty
	-year
	Five
	1 x TUF Five-year warranty		1 x TUF Certification card	40mm I/O Cover fan lid
	manual (by region)

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• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

• The illustrated items above are for reference only.Actual product specifications may vary with different models.

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z77

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1.3Special features

1.3.1Product highlights

LGA1155 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 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/Pentium®/Celeron® processors are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world.

Intel® Z77 Express Chipset

The Intel® Z77 Express Chipset is a single-chipset designed to support the 1155 socket Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/ i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability.

Additionally, Z77 chipset provides 4 USB 3.0 ports for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. Moreover, Intel® Z77 Express Chipset can also enable iGPU function, letting users enjoy the latest Intel® integrated graphic performance.

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-Channel 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz Support

The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of DDR3

1866 / 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.

Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support

Flexible Multi-GPU Solutions, Your Weapon of Choice!

SABERTOOTH Z77 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 configurations. Expect a brand-new gaming style you’ve never experienced before!

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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 benefits 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 4X 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 could receive web updates with fresh content for selected applications even when setting the system to sleep. This means less time waiting for applications to start, update and sync with the Cloud, providing a more efficient way.

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 provides your computer a faster wake-up response time, while keeping the energy use low.

Complete USB 3.0 Integration

Double USB Access, Double Convenience

ASUS facilitates the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel with 6 USB 3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. The SABERTOOTH Z77 affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity.

Extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s Support

Extra Ports, Extra Speed and Accessibility

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.

1.3.2“Ultimate COOL!” Thermal Solutions

TUF Thermal Armor

New generation Thermal Armor boosts cooling with dual turbo fans, enhancing the original TUF thermal design, and helping direct hot air away from components and the motherboard via smart shunt funneling. It covers the entire board with more powerful airflow, and uses special heat pipes to expedite thermal removal, and make sure temperatures stay low. The dedicated I/O cover fan draws additional cold air in, and expels even more heat for improved stability, plus new Thermal Armor comes with special convection holes in the PCB to facilitate underside flow. It now sports a military-themed style, perfect for case modders.

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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 calculation of ideal fan speeds based on different parameters selected manually for components has everything cooler and longer-lasting. New Fan Overtime keeps the two turbo fans running a few minutes post shutdown on standby power to remove the remaining heat. Stopping high temperatures from lingering in the case where they can cause damage, it extends system longevity, dropping the heat by as much as 7oC in just ten minutes. To

prolong fan lifespan, reduce noise, and lower power consumption, the new Fan Off has been added, automatically shutting off fans under either preset or manually-selected temperature thresholds.

1.3.3“TUF ENGINE!” Power Design

New DIGI+ Power Control

New DIGI+ Power Control includes multiple digital voltage controllers, allowing extra precise modulation and tuning of CPU, iGPU, and DRAM. This innovative and industry-leading ASUS technology provides an extremely accurate voltage tuning for better efficiency, stability, and performance. With the next generation Intel VRD 12.5 future power design, CPU wattage can be decreased by half, creating a cooler and quieter PC. This innovation of industry-leading ASUS technology provides the smartest control for better power saving scenarios.

TUF Components (Choke, Cap. & MOSFET; certified by militarystandard)

Get rugged performance even in the most challenging conditions with robust TUF chokes, solid capacitors, and MOSFETs – certified through third-party, military-grade testing. TUF

Chokes, also known as the “Alloy Choke”, is made of a compound of various types of metal instead standard iron, enables the support of up to a massive 40A of rated current, 25% higher than conventional component. Furthermore, the single piece packaging also eliminates the emission of vibration noise, delivering superb characteristics as well as durability under extreme conditions.

1.3.4“Safe & Stable!” Guardian Angel

Dust Defender

Dust particles and environmental contamination present a constant hazard to the optimal functioning of slots and connectors. Build up on contact points within slots compromises data transfer over time, negating the benefits of expensive and critical components such as graphics cards. Custom TUF design keeps this in mind with special shields that resist particulate entry, effectively extending slot and connector lifespan while promoting better performance.

MemOK!

MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to patch memory issues. MemOK! determines fail-safe settings and dramatically improves your system boot success.

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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.

1.3.5ASUS EZ DIY

ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode)

ASUS UEFI BIOS is a mouse-controlled user-friendly graphics interface that allows you to easily select performance settings, and drag and drop boot priorities with its EZ Mode

interface. ItsAdvanced Mode interface allows you to configure more advanced BIOS settings.

ASUS Q-Design

DIY Quickly, DIY Easily!

ASUS Q-Slot and Q-DIMM design speed up, simplify, and enhances your DIY (Do-It-Yourself) experience.

ASUS Q-Shield

Easy and Comfortable Installations

The specially designedASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).

ASUS Q-Connector

Make Connection Quick and Accurate!

The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making the connection quick and accurate.

ASUS EZ-Flash 2

ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility.

1.3.6ASUS Exclusive Features

USB 3.0 Boost

ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically increases a USB 3.0 device’s transfer speed up to 170%.

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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 BIOS Flashback, simply connect a USB flash drive containing the UEFI BIOS file to the USB 3.0 port, press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds, and the BIOS is updated automatically. With its Windows-compatible application, you can regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates and download the latest UEFI BIOS automatically.

* USB BIOS Flashback only applies to the bottom port of USB3_12.

Network iControl

ASUS Network iControl is an intuitive one-stop network control center that makes it easier for you to manage your network bandwidth and allows you to set, monitor, and schedule the bandwidth priorities for your network programs. It also allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience.

1.3.7Other special features

LucidLogix Virtu MVP

LucidLogix Virtu MVP featuring HyperFormance™ Technology boosts your PCIe graphics card up to 30% beyond its original performance. Designed for Intel® processor graphics and Windows® 7 PCs, it perfectly combines the performance of discrete graphic cards with fast computing iGPU. Also, with newly designed Virtual Sync, users can enjoy a smoother gaming experience by eliminating tearing artifacts. LucidLogix Virtu MVP can also dynamically assigns tasks to the best available graphics resource, based on power, performance, and system load. This allows users to fully utilize 3x faster video conversion with Intel® Quick Sync Video technology while retaining high-end 3D rendering and gaming performance, provided by both NVIDIA and AMD graphic cards. When the PCIe graphic cards are not required, the graphics control switches to the Intel® processor graphics, reducing the PCIe graphics power use down to zero, making the system more environment-friendly. For users searching for perfection, LucidLogix Virtu MVP provides great graphical performance, and best quality and efficiency.

*LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® operating system.

**Intel® Quick Sync Video feature is supported by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family

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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. Also, it supports HDCP copy protection for Blu-ray discs. Simply output 3D signals through the connected DisplayPort 1.1a cable with your 3D display, then you can sit back and enjoy a perfect 3D animation experience.

HDMI 1.4a Support

High Definition Multimedia Surface (HDMI) is a set of digital video standards that delivers multi-channel audio and uncompressed digital video for full HD 1080p visuals through a single cable. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with the highest quality home theater experience.

ErP Ready

The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumption. This is in line withASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.

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Hardware information

2.1Before you proceed

Take 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 object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

•Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.

•Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.

•Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

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2.2.1Motherboard layout

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Refer to 2.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.11 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.

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Layout contents

	Connectors/Jumpers/Slots		Page
1.		ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)	2-24
2.		CPU, chassis, and assistant fan connectors	2-22
		(4-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1–4, CPU_OPT, 3-pin ASST_FAN)
3.		LGA1155 CPU socket	2-4
4.		DDR3 DIMM slots	2-5
5.		MemOK! switch	2-15
6.		USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34)	2-20
7.		Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors	2-17
		(7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [brown])
8.		Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors	2-18
		(7-pin SATA3G_3–6 [black])
9.		ASMedia® Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors	2-19
		(7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [gray])
10.		System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)	2-25
11.		USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910)	2-21
12.		Standby power LED (SB_PWR)	2-16
13.		Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)	2-14
14.		Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)	2-23
	15.	Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)	2-21

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2.2.2Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 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 LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket.

•Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.

•Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise

Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the

LGA1155 socket.

•The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.

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2.2.3System 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.

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You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

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•You may install varying memory sizes in ChannelA, and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration.Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.

•According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU.

•Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.

•Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following:

-Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS.

-Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard.

For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us.

•This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB).

•The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked

or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment.

•For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.

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SABERTOOTH Z77 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3 1333 MHz capability

			SS/					DIMM socket support
Vendors	Part No.	Size		Chip Brand	Chip NO.	Timing	Voltage	(Optional)		4
			DS					1	2
								DIMM	DIMM	DIMM
A-DATA	AD63I1B0823EV	2GB	SS	A-DATA	3CCA-1509A	-	-	•	•	•
A-DATA	AXDU1333GC2G9(XMP)	2GB	SS	-	-	9-9-9-24		•	•	•
A-DATA	AD63I1C1624EV	4GB	DS	A-DATA	3CCA-1509A	-	-	•	•	•
A-DATA	SU3U1333W8G9(XMP)	8GB	DS	ELPIDA	J4208BASE-DJ-F	-	-	•	•	•
Apacer	78.A1GC6.9L1	2GB	DS	Apacer	AM5D5808FEQSBG	9	-	•	•	•
Apacer	78.B1GDE.9L10C	4GB	DS	Apacer	AM5D5908CEHSBG	9	-	•	•	•
CORSAIR	TW3X4G1333C9A	4GB	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
		(2x2GB)
CORSAIR	CMX8GX3M2A1333C9	8GB	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•	•
	(XMP)	( 2x4GB)
ELPIDA	EBJ20UF8BCF0-DJ-F	2GB	SS	Elpida	J2108BCSE-DJ-F	-	-	•	•	•
ELPIDA	EBJ41UF8BCF0-DJ-F	4GB	DS	ELPIDA	J2108BCSE-DJ-F	-	-	•	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-10600CL9D-4GBNT	4GB	DS	G.SKILL	D3 128M8CE9 2GB	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•	•
		(2x2GB)
G.SKILL	F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL	8GB	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•	•
		(2x4GB)
G.SKILL	F3-10666CL9D-8GBXL	8GB (	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•	•
		2x4GB)
GEIL	GET316GB1333C9QC	16GB	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•	•
		(4x4GB)
GEIL	GG34GB1333C9DC	4GB	DS	GEIL	GL1L128M88BA	9-9-9-24	1.3	•	•	•
		(2x2GB)			115FW
GEIL	GG34GB1333C9DC	4GB	DS	GEIL	GL1L128M88BA	9-9-9-24	1.3	•	•	•
		(2x2GB)			15B
GEIL	GB34GB1333C7DC	4GB	DS	GEIL	GL1L128M88BA15FW	7-7-7-24	1.5	•	•	•
		(2x2GB)
GEIL	GVP38GB1333C9DC	8GB	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•	•
		(2x4GB)
Hynix	HMT325U6BFR8C-H9	2GB	SS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83BFR	-	-	•	•	•
Hynix	HMT125U6TFR8A-H9	2GB	DS	Hynix	H5TC1G83TFR	-	-	•	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFE85F-C8KL9	2GB	SS	KINGMAX	KFC8FNLXF-DXX-15A	-	-	•	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFE85F-C8KM9	2GB	SS	Kingmax	KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A	-	-	•	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFE85F-B8KL9	2GB	DS	KINGMAX	KFB8FNLXL-BNF-15A	-	-	•	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFF65F-C8KL9	4GB	DS	KINGMAX	KFC8FNLXF-DXX-15A	-	-	•	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFF65F-C8KM9	4GB	DS	Kingmax	KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A	-	-	•	•	•
KINGSTON	KVR1333D3S8N9/2G	2GB	SS	Micron	IFD77 D9LGK	-	1.5	•	•	•
KINGSTON	KVR1333D3N9/2G	2GB	DS	Kingston	D1288JPNDPLD9U	9	1.5	•	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1333C9D3UK2/4GX	4GB	DS	-	-	9	1.25	•	•	•
	(XMP)	(2x2GB)
KINGSTON	KVR1333D3N9K2/4G	4GB	DS	KINGSTON	D1288JEMFPGD9U	-	1.5	•	•	•
		(2x2GB)
KINGSTON	KVR1333D3E9S/4G	4GB	DS	Elpida	J2108ECSE-DJ-F	9	1.5	•	•	•
MICRON	MT4JTF12864AZ-1G4D1	1GB	SS	Micron	D9LGQ	-	-			•
MICRON	MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4D1	2GB	SS	Micron	D9LGK	-	-	•	•	•
MICRON	MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4D1	2GB	SS	Micron	D9LGK	-	-	•	•	•
MICRON	MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4M1	2GB	SS	MICRON	D9PFJ	-	-	•	•	•
MICRON	MT16JTF51264AZ-1G4D1	4GB	DS	Micron	D9LGK	-	-	•	•	•
OCZ	OCZ3G1333LV4GK	4GB	DS	-	-	9-9-9	1.65	•	•
		(2x2GB)
OCZ	OCZ3G1333LV8GK	8GB	DS	-	-	9-9-9	1.65	•	•	•
		(2x4GB)
OCZ	OCZ3G1333LV8GK	8GB	DS	-	-	9-9-9	1.65	•	•
		(2x4GB)
OCZ	OCZ3RPR1333C9LV8GK	8GB	DS	-	-	9-9-9	1.65	•	•	•
		(2x4GB)
PSC	PC310600U-9-10-A0	1GB	SS	PSC	A3P1GF3FGF	-	-	•	•	•
PSC	PC310600U-9-10-B0	2GB	DS	PSC	A3P1GF3FGF	-	-	•	•	•
SAMSUNG	M378B5773DH0-CH9	2GB	SS	SAMSUNG	K4B2G08460	-	-	•	•	•

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SABERTOOTH Z77 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3 1333 MHz capability (continued)

			SS/					DIMM socket support
Vendors	Part No.	Size		Chip Brand	Chip NO.	Timing	Voltage	(Optional)		4
			DS					1	2
								DIMM	DIMM	DIMM
SAMSUNG	M378B5673FH0-CH9	2GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B1G0846F	-	-	•	•	•
SAMSUNG	M378B5273CH0-CH9	4GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B2G0846C	K4B2G0846C	-	•	•	•
SAMSUNG	M378B5273DH0-CH9	4GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B2G08460	-	-	•	•	•
SAMSUNG	M378B1G73AH0-CH9	8GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B4G0846A-HCH9	-	-	•	•	•
Transcend	JM1333KLN-2G (582670)	2GB	SS	Micron	ICD77 C9LGK	-	-	•		•
Transcend	JM1333KLN-2G	2GB	SS	Transcend	TK483PCW3	-	-	•	•	•
Transcend	TS256MLK64V3N	2GB	SS	Micron	ICD77 D9LGK	9	-	•	•	•
	( 585541 )
Transcend	TS256MLK64V3N	2GB	SS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83BFR	9	-	•	•	•
	(566577)
Transcend	TS256MLK64V3N	2GB	SS	Micron	D9LGK	9	-	•	•	•
	(574206)
Transcend	JM1333KLN-4G	4GB	DS	Transcend	TK483PCW3	9	-	•	•	•
	( 583782 )
Transcend	JM1333KLN-4G	4GB	DS	Transcend	TK483PCW3	-	-	•	•	•
Transcend	TS512MLK64V3N	4GB	DS	Micron	IED27 D9LGK	9	-	•	•	•
	( 585538 )									•
Transcend	TS512MLK64V3N	4GB	DS	Micron	D9LGK	9	-	•	•
	(574831)
ACTICA	ACT1GHU64B8F1333S	1GB	SS	SAMSUNG	K4B1G0846F	-	-	•	•	•
ACTICA	ACT1GHU72C8G1333S	1GB	SS	SAMSUNG	K4B1G0846F(ECC)	-	-		•	•
ACTICA	ACT2GHU64B8G1333M	2GB	DS	Micron	D9KPT	-	-	•	•	•
ACTICA	ACT2GHU64B8G1333S	2GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B1G0846F	-	-	•	•	•
ACTICA	ACT2GHU72D8G1333M	2GB	DS	Micron	D9KPT(ECC)	-	-	•	•	•
ACTICA	ACT2GHU72D8G1333S	2GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B1G0846F(ECC)	-	-	•	•	•
ACTICA	ACT4GHU64B8H1333H	4GB	DS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83AFR	-	-	•	•	•
ACTICA	ACT4GHU72D8H1333H	4GB	DS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83AFR(ECC)	-	-	•	•	•
ATP	AQ56M72E8BJH9S	2GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B1G0846F(ECC)	-	-	•	•	•
ATP	AQ12M72E8BKH9S	4GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B2G0846C(ECC)	-	-	•	•	•
BUFFALO	D3U1333-1G	1GB	SS	Elpida	J1108BFBG-DJ-F	-	-	•	•	•
BUFFALO	D3U1333-2G	2GB	DS	Elpida	J1108BFBG-DJ-F		-	•	•	•
BUFFALO	D3U1333-4G	4GB	DS	NANYA	NT5CB256M8BN-CG		-	•	•	•
EK Memory	EKM324L28BP8-I13	4GB	DS	-	-	9	-	•	•	•
		(2x2GB)
Elixir	M2F2G64CB88B7N-CG	2GB	SS	Elixir	N2CB2G808N-CG	-	-	•	•	•
Elixir	M2F2G64CB88D7N-CG	2GB	SS	Elixir	M2CB2G8BDN-CG	-	-	•	•	•
Elixir	M2F4G64CB8HD5N-CG	4GB	DS	Elixir	M2CB2G8BDN-CG	-	-	•	•	•
GoodRam	GR1333D364L9/2G	2GB	DS	Qimonda	IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H	-	-	•	•	•
KINGTIGER	F10DA2T1680	2GB	DS	KINGTIGER	KTG1333PS1208NST-C9	-	-	•	•	•
KINGTIGER	KTG2G1333PG3	2GB	DS	-	-	-	-	•	•	•
Patriot	PSD32G13332	2GB	DS	Prtriot	PM128M8D3BU-15	9	-	•	•	•
Patriot	PGS34G1333LLKA	4GB	DS	-	-	7-7-7-20	1.7	•	•	•
		(2x2GB)
Patriot	PG38G1333EL(XMP)	8GB	DS	-	-	-	1.5	•	•	•
RiDATA	C304627CB1AG22Fe	2GB	DS	RiDATA	C304627CB1AG22Fe	9	-	•	•	•
RiDATA	E304459CB1AG32Cf	4GB	DS	RiDATA	E304459CB1AG32Cf	9	-	•	•	•
SanMax	SMD4G68H1P-13HZ	4GB	DS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83BFRH9C	-	1.5	•	•	•
Silicon	SP001GBLTE133S01	1GB	SS	NANYA	NT5CB128M8AN-CG	-	-	•	•	•
Power
Silicon	SP001GBLTU133S02	1GB	SS	S-POWER	10YT3E5	9	-	•	•	•
Power
Silicon	SP002GBLTE133S01	2GB	DS	NANYA	NT5CB128M8AN-CG	-	-	•	•	•
Power
Team	TXD31024M1333C7	1GB	SS	Team	T3D1288LT-13	7-7-7-21	1.75	•	•	•
	(XMP)
Team	TXD31048M1333C7-D	1GB	SS	Team	T3D1288LT-13	7-7-7-21	1.75	•	•
	(XMP)
Team	TXD32048M1333C7-D	2GB	DS	Team	T3D1288LT-13	7-7-7-21	1.5-1.6	•	•	•
	(XMP)

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SABERTOOTH Z77 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3 1600 MHz capability

								DIMM socket support
Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/	Chip	Chip NO.	Timing	Voltage	(Optional)
			DS	Brand
								1 DIMM	2	4
									DIMM	DIMM
A-DATA	AM2U16BC2P1	2GB	SS	A-DATA	3CCD-1509A	-	-	•	•	•
A-DATA	AM2U16BC4P2	4GB	DS	A-DATA	3CCD-1509A	-	-	•	•	•
A-DATA	AX3U1600GC4G9(XMP)	4GB	DS	-	-	-	1.55~	•	•	•
							1.75
A-DATA	AX3U1600PC4G8(XMP)	4GB	DS	-	-	8-8-8-24	1.55~	•	•	•
							1.75
CORSAIR	HX3X12G1600C9(XMP)	12GB (6x2GB)	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.6	•	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•	•
CORSAIR	CMG4GX3M2A1600C6	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	-	-	6-6-6-18	1.65	•	•	•
CORSAIR	CMP6GX3M3A1600C8(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	-	-	8-8-8-24	1.65	•	•	•
CORSAIR	CMP6GX3M3A1600C8(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	-	-	8-8-8-24	1.65	•	•	•
CORSAIR	CMX6GX3M3C1600C7(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	-	-	7-8-7-20	1.65	•	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ8GX3M2A1600C8(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	-	-	8-8-8-24	1.5	•	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•	•
Crucial	BL12864BN1608.8FF(XMP)	2GB (2x1GB)	SS	-	-	8-8-8-24	1.65	•	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL7Q-16GBXH(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	-	-	7-8-7-24	1.6	•	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL9Q-16GBXL(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL7D-8GBRH(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	-	-	7-8-7-24	1.6	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL9D-8GBRL(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL9D-8GBSR2(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	-	-	9-9-9-24	1.25	•	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL8D-8GBECO(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	-	-	8-8-8-24	1.35	•	•	•
GEIL	GET316GB1600C9QC(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	-	-	9-9-9-28	1.6	•	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP)	12GB (3x4GB)	DS	-	-	9	1.65	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3T1BK3/12GX	12GB (3x4GB)	DS	-	-	9	1.65	•	•	•
	(XMP)
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP)	12GB(3x4GB)	DS	-	-	-	1.65	•	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K6/24GX(XMP)	24GB (6x4GB)	DS	-	-	9	1.65	•	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C8D3K2/4GX(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	-	-	8	1.65	•		•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K2/4GX(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	-	-	-	1.65	•	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3LK2/4GX(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	-	-	-	1.65	•	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3X2K2/4GX(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	-	-	9	1.65	•	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	-	-	9	1.65	•	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	-	-	9	1.65	•	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3T1K3/6GX	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	-	-	-	1.65	•	•
	(XMP)
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3T1K3/6GX	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	-	-	9	1.65	•	•	•
	(XMP)
OCZ	OCZ3BE1600C8LV4GK	4GB(2x2GB)	DS	-	-	8-8-8	1.65	•	•
Transcend	JM1600KLN-8GK	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	Transcend	TK483PCW3	-	-	•	•	•
Asint	SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP)	2GB	DS	Asint	3128M8-GJ1D	-	-	•	•	•
EK Memory	EKM324L28BP8-I16(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	-	-	9	-	•	•	•
EK Memory	EKM324L28BP8-I16(XMP)	4GB (2 x 2GB)	DS	-	-	9	-	•	•	•
GoodRam	GR1600D364L9/2G	2GB	DS	GoodRam	GF1008KC-JN	-	-	•	•	•
KINGTIGER	KTG2G1600PG3(XMP)	2GB	DS	-	-	-	-	•	•	•
Mushkin	996805(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	-	-	6-8-6-24	1.65	•	•	•
Patriot	PX7312G1600LLK(XMP)	12GB (3x4GB)	DS	-	-	8-9-8-24	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PGS34G1600LLKA2	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	-	-	8-8-8-24	1.7	•	•	•
Patriot	PGS34G1600LLKA	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	-	-	7-7-7-20	1.7	•
Patriot	PVV38G1600LLK(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	-	-	8-9-8-24	1.65	•	•	•
Patriot	PX538G1600LLK(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	-	-	8-9-8-24	1.65	•	•	•
SanMax	SMD-4G68HP-16KZ	4GB	DS	Hynix	H5TQ2G	-	1.5	•	•	•
					83BFRPBC
Team	TXD31024M1600C8-D(XMP)	1GB	SS	Team	T3D1288RT-16	8-8-8-24	1.65	•	•	•
Team	TXD32048M1600HC8-D(XMP)	2GB	DS	Team	T3D1288RT-16	8-8-8-24	1.65	•	•	•

Chapter 2

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z77

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2 Chapter

SABERTOOTH Z77 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3 1800 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/	Chip	Chip	Timing	Voltage	DIMM socket support (Optional)
			DS	Brand	NO.			1 DIMM	2 DIMM	4 DIMM
G.SKILL	F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	-		9-9-9-24	1.60	•	•	•

SABERTOOTH Z77 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3 1866 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/	Chip	Chip	Timing	Voltage	DIMM socket support (Optional)
			DS	Brand	NO.			1 DIMM	2 DIMM	4 DIMM
A-DATA	AX3U1866GC2G9B(XMP)	2GB	SS	-	-	9-11-9-27	1.55-1.75	•	•	•
A-DATA	AX3U1866GC4G9B(XMP)	4GB	DS			9-11-9-27	1.55-1.75	•	•	•
CORSAIR	CMT3GX3M4X1866C9(XMP)	32GB (4x8GB)	DS			9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS			9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-14900CL9Q-16GBXL(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS			9-10-9-28	1.5	•	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-14900CL9D-8GBSR(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS			9-10-9-28	1.5	•	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-14900CL9Q-8GBFLD(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS			9-9-9-24	1.6	•	•	•
Patriot	PXD32G1866ELK(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	SS			9-9-9-24	1.65	•	•	•
Patriot	F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	-		9-11-9-27	1.65	•	•	•

SABERTOOTH Z77 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3 2000 MHz capability

Vendors

Part No.

Size

SS/

Chip

Chip NO.

Timing

Voltage

DIMM socket support

(Optional)

DS

Brand

1 DIMM

2 DIMM

4 DIMM

A-DATA

AX3U2000GC4G9B(XMP)

4GB

DS

-

-

9-11-9-27

1.55~

•

•

1.75

Apacer

78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP)

6GB (3x2GB)

DS

-

-

9-9-9-27

-

•

•

•

CORSAIR

CMT6GX3M3A2000C8(XMP)

6GB (3x2GB)

DS

-

-

8-9-8-24

1.65

•

•

•

G.SKILL

F3-16000CL9D-4GBRH(XMP)

4GB (2x2GB)

DS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.65

•

•

•

G.SKILL

F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP)

4GB (2x2GB)

DS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.65

•

•

•

GEIL

GUP34GB2000C9DC(XMP)

4GB (2x2GB)

DS

-

-

9-9-9-28

1.65

•

KINGSTON

KHX2000C9AD3T1K3/6GX(XMP)

6GB (3x2GB)

DS

-

-

9

1.65

•

•

•

Transcend

TX2000KLN-8GK (388375)(XMP)

4GB

DS

-

-

-

1.6

•

•

•

AEXEA

AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V(XMP)

4GB (2x2GB)

DS

-

-

-

1.65

•

•

•

Patriot

PX7312G2000ELK(XMP)

12GB (3x4GB)

DS

-

-

9-11-9-27

1.65

•

•

•

Patriot

PV736G2000ELK(XMP)

6GB (3x2GB)

DS

-

-

7-7-7-20

1.65

•

•

•

Silicon

SP002GBLYU200S02(XMP)

2GB

DS

-

-

-

-

•

•

•

Power

Team

TXD32048M2000C9(XMP)

2GB

DS

Team

T3D1288RT-20

9-9-9-24

1.5

•

•

Team

TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP)

2GB

DS

Team

T3D1288RT-20

9-9-9-24

1.6

•

•

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