Asus P8H77-I, P8H77I Software support, Installing an operating system, Support DVD information

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1.11Software support

1.11.1Installing an operating system

This motherboard supports Windows® XP / 7 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.

• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.

Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability.

1.11.2Support DVD information

The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features.

The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.

To run the Support DVD

Place the Support DVD to the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.

The following screen is for reference only.

Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information

Click an item to install

If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD.

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Contents Motherboard Copyright 2013 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain SoftwareContents System Language English Asus Bios UpdaterCPU Configuration PCH Configuration Network StackAnti Surge Support Enabled Safety information Electrical safetyOperation safety Where to find more information About this guideHow this guide is organized Conventions used in this guide TypographyBold text P8H77-I specifications summary PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slotBios Package contents Special featuresWelcome Complete USB 3.0 Integration Intel H77 Express ChipsetNative Sata 6.0 Gb/s support PCIe 3.0 ReadyInnovative Asus features Asus Q-Fan USB 3.0 BoostGPU Boost Asus Fan XpertLucidLogix Virtu MVP R. CPU Parameter RecallErP ready Standby Power LED Standby Power Powered OffBefore you proceed Placement direction Motherboard overviewScrew holes Layout contents Motherboard layoutCentral Processing Unit CPU Installing the CPUTo install a CPU Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard Load lever Retention tabLoad plate CPU notches Gold triangle mark Alignment keysInsert the load lever under Retention tabInstalling the CPU heatsink and fan P8H77-I CPU fan connector Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanSystem memory OverviewP8H77-I 240-pin DDR3 Dimm sockets Memory configurations DDR3-2250 MHz capabilityDDR3-2000 MHz capability DDR3-2200 MHz capabilityDDR3-2133 MHz capability DDR3-1866 MHz capabilityDDR3-1600 MHz capability DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Size Chip Brand Chip no Timing Voltage Dimm socket DDR3-1066 MHz capability SS Single-sided / DS Double-sided Dimm supportInstalling a Dimm Removing a DimmRemove the Dimm from the socket Expansion slots Installing an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card PCI Express x16 slotsJumpers Clear RTC RAM 3-pin ClrtcAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration ConnectorsRear panel connectors LAN port LED indicationsAsus P8H77-I Front panel audio connector 10-1 pin Aafp Internal connectorsP8H77-I Digital audio connector P8H77-I Front panel audio connectorP8H77-I ATX power connectors ATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12VCPU, and chassis fan connectors 4-pin CPUFAN, 4-pin Chafan P8H77-ISpeaker Out Connector P8H77-I System panel connectorP8H77-I Sata 3.0Gb/s connectors See .5.3 Sata Configuration for detailsP8H77-I USB3.0 Front panel connector USB 3.0 connector 20-1 pin USB334P8H77-I USB2.0 connector USB connectors 10-1 pin USB78Software support Installing an operating systemClick an item to install Support DVD informationInstalling Asus Update Managing and updating your BiosAsus Update utility Updating the BiosTo update the Bios using EZ Flash Select Update Bios from file, then click NextAsus EZ Flash Asus CrashFree Bios 3 utility Recovering the BiosTo recover the Bios Asus Bios Updater Before updating BiosBooting the system in DOS environment Backing up the current Bios To backup the current Bios file using the Bios UpdaterFilename Extension Updating the Bios file To update the Bios file using Bios UpdaterBios setup program Entering Bios Setup at startupEntering Bios Setup after Post Bios menu screen EZ ModeBack button Advanced ModeMenu items Submenu itemsScroll bar Configuration fieldsPop-up window Navigation keysSystem Date Day xx/xx/xxxx Main menuSystem Language English System TimeAdministrator Password User PasswordAi Tweaker menu IGPU Max. Frequency CPU Power ManagementMemory Frequency Auto GPU Boost OKCPU Voltage Auto IGPU Offset Voltage AutoDram Voltage Auto Advanced menu Vccsa Voltage AutoPCH Voltage Auto CPU Configuration PCH Configuration Sata ConfigurationSystem Agent Configuration USB Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration7 APM Network StackMonitor menu 12V VoltageCPU / Chassis Fan Speed xxxx RPM or Ignore / N/A CPU Temperature / MB Temperature xxxºC/xxxºFCPU Q-Fan Control Enabled CPU Fan Speed Low Limit 200 RPMOn the chassis temperature Chassis Q-Fan Control EnabledAnti Surge Support Enabled CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V VoltageFull Screen Logo Enabled Boot menuBootup NumLock State On Wait for ‘F1’ If Error EnabledUEFI/Legacy Boot Enabled both Uefi and Legacy Option ROM Messages Force BiosSetup Mode EZ Mode Boot Option PrioritiesAsus O.C. Profile Tools menuAsus EZ Flash 2 Utility Asus SPD InformationExit menu Federal Communications Commission Statement IC Canadian Compliance StatementAsus Recycling/Takeback Services Canadian Department of Communications StatementOnline support AddressTelephone Support faxDeclaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity