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Exclusive Self-Build Special Bundle
High Performance - Without The High Price Tag!
Take the fear out of Self-Build with this tested Intel Performance Plus Ivybridge Bundle! We test it so you don't have to! Motherboard, CPU, Memory & Silent CPU cooler - Boxed & Ready To Rock!
Asus P8Z77-V LX Intel Motherboard
Superior graphics performance on Z77
- DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design
- USB 3.0 Boost - Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with UASP(170%)
- Network iControl
- LucidLogix® Virtu Universal MVP™
- GPU Boost
The P8Z77-V LX with a 32GB DDR3 memory and PCLe 3.0, features the new Intel Z77 express chipset and supports a 22/32 nm CPU providing excellent overclocking capabilities of up to 2400 MHz. It also caters to a wide range of end users by including features such as AMD Crossfire for the ultimate multi-GPU performance gaming platform and Network iControl to perfectly manage bandwidth.
The P8Z77-V LX also includes Dual Intelligent Processors 3 and Smart Digi+ VRM consisting of two onboard chips, the TPU and EPU. This also consists of multiple digital voltage controllers that allow for ultra-precise tuning of CPU and iGPU, including an 85% CPU frequency boost, while working with the TPU to ramp up performance to full potential for the ultimate user experience. Another incredible feature is Fan Xpert which enables the most customizable fan controls ever offered on a motherboard. While another ASUS exclusive feature includes the UEFI BIOS with a multi-language setting offering a mouse controlled and user friendly interface.
Containing 4 USB 3.0 ports with USB boost UASP which gains unprecedented speed, the P8Z77-V LX also features LudicLogix Virtu MVP which boots responsiveness, improves gaming frame rates by 30-70%, sharpens visual quality and works seamlessly with hundreds of game stations. Thus making The P8Z77-V LX a multifaceted motherboard for excellent quality and value!
DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design
All-new digital CPU power controls work perfectly together to match digital power signal (SVID) requests from the CPU, with ultra-fast sensing and response efficiently delivering precision power. Accurate delivery reduces waste, and provides more stable CPU Vcore voltages. Users can adjust CPU PWM voltages and frequencies for various overclocking scenarios, with accurate input through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. This proprietary design increases overclocking headroom to push performance to its full potential.
LGA1155 Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Processors Ready
This motherboard supports Intel® 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor-based platform and 2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors, with iGPU, memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets, 2-channel (4 DIMM) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics performance. Intel® 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor-based platform and 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 design to support socket 1155 Intel® 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor-based platform and 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.
PCIe 3.0 Ready!
PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the latest PCI Express bus standard with improved encoding schemes that provide twice the performance of current PCIe 2.0. 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 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. * PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors.

Intel Core i5-3570K S1155 3.4GHz 6MB Cache Processor (BX80637I53570K)
Choose the most popular family member and prepare to be thrilled by an automatic burst of speed whenever you need it for performance that adapts to you, thanks to Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0. Plus, you'll enjoy a rich visual experience with brilliant imagery, 3D visual support, and other enhancements from our built-in visuals.
Even beam your favorite content to your big screen TV with Intel® Wireless Display, while watching premium HD content with Intel® Insider™. All part of the amazing experience you get with the 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor.
Patriot Memory 8GB (2 x 4GB) Viper Xtreme Series PC3-15000 1866MHz CL9 Division 2 Edition (PXD38G1866ELK)
Patriot's Viper Xtreme Series, Division 2 Edition memory kits are designed for Intel's® 2nd Generation Core™ processors. Engineered for PC Gamers and enthusiasts the Viper Xtreme Division 2's utilize a custom designed heatshield solution with an outer shield built around a copper core to provide enhanced cooling. Each module has 6 grams of copper at its core paired with extruded aircraft-grade aluminum outer shield. Built from only using the highest quality pre-sorted IC's available, they are rigorously tested and validated on the Intel® 6 Series platform to achieve maximum performance and stability. These modules are engineered to reach PC3-15000 (1866MHz) at 9-11-9-27 timings and are available 4GB kits (2 x 2GB) and 8GB kits (2 x 4GB). Each module is 100% hand-tested to quality assurance and is backed by a full-lifetime warranty and industry leading customer service.
Features
- Extreme Performance PC3-15000 (1866MHz)
- Enhanced Latency (9-10-9-27)
- Voltage: 1.5V
- XMP Ready
- Equipped with an extruded aluminum shield build around a copper core to provide improved cooling
- 100% Tested and Verified
- RoHS Compliant
Orders before June 22nd 2012 included the Zalman CNPS7000C Silent CPU Cooler with Pure Copper & 92mm Fan.
Orders after June 22nd 2012 included the Zalman CNPS10X Performa CPU Cooler with 120mm Fan.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- ASUS P8Z77-V LX - motherboard - ATX - LGA1155 Socket - Z77
- Product Type
- Motherboard - ATX
- Chipset Type
- Intel Z77 Express
- Processor Socket
- 1 x LGA1155 Socket
- Max RAM Size
- 32 GB
- RAM Supported
- 4 DIMM slots - DDR3
- Storage Ports
- 2 x SATA-600 (RAID), 4 x SATA-300 (RAID)
- USB / FireWire Ports
- 2 x USB 3.0 + 4 x USB 2.0 + ( 2 x USB 3.0 + 6 x USB 2.0 via headers )
- Audio
- HD Audio (8-channel)
- LAN
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Microsoft Certification
- Compatible with Windows 7
Detail
General
- Product Type
- Motherboard - ATX
- Chipset Type
- Intel Z77 Express
- Processor Socket
- LGA1155 Socket
- Max Processors Qty
- 1
Supported RAM
- Max Size
- 32 GB
- Technology
- DDR3
- Features
- Dual channel memory architecture
Audio
- Type
- HD Audio (8-channel)
- Audio Codec
- Realtek ALC887
- Compliant Standards
- High Definition Audio
LAN
- Network Controller
- Realtek RTL8111E
- Network Interfaces
- Gigabit Ethernet
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Slot(s)
- 1 x CPU , 4 x DIMM 240-pin , 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 , 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 , 2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 , 3 x PCI
- Storage Interfaces
- SATA-600 - connector(s): 2 x 7pin Serial ATA - 2 Device(s) - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 / RAID 5 , SATA-300 - connector(s): 4 x 7pin Serial ATA - 4 Device(s) - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 / RAID 5
- RAID Features
- Intel Smart Response Technology
- Interfaces
- 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse , 1 x DVI-D , 1 x VGA , 1 x HDMI , 1 x LAN (Gigabit Ethernet) , 2 x USB 3.0 , 4 x USB 2.0 , 1 x TOSLINK , 1 x audio line-out - mini-jack , 1 x audio line-in - mini-jack , 1 x microphone - mini-jack
- Internal Interfaces
- 2 x USB 3.0 , 6 x USB 2.0 , 1 x serial , 1 x SPDIF out , 1 x audio
- Power Connectors
- 24-pin main power connector, 8-pin ATX12V connector
Features
- BIOS Type
- AMI
- BIOS Features
- DMI 2.0 support, WfM 2.0 support, Multilingual BIOS, ASUS MyLogo2, ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ACPI 2.0a support, UEFI BIOS, SMBIOS 2.7 support
- Sleep / Wake Up
- Wake on LAN (WOL), wake on ring (WOR)
- Hardware Features
- C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall), jack retasking, ASUS Anti-Surge Protection, MemOK!, 4+1 Phase Power Design, GPU Boost, ASUS EZ DIY, CrashFree BIOS 3, audio jack detect technology, ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit), Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) support, ASUS TurboV, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, ASUS DIGI+ VRM, Fanless Design Heatsink, Conductive Polymer Capacitors, USB 3.0 Boost, ASUS Fan Xpert+, AMD Quad CrossFireX technology support, ASUS Network iControl, Intel Rapid Start Technology, Intel Smart Connect Technology, Lucid Virtu MVP
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included
- 2 x Serial ATA cable
- Software Included
- Drivers & Utilities, ASUS AI Suite II, ASUS AI Charger, ASUS Update
- Compatible with Windows 7
- "Compatible with Windows 7" software and devices carry Microsoft’s assurance that these products have passed tests for compatibility and reliability with 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 7.
- Compliant Standards
- Plug and Play, ACPI 2.0a
- Width
- 30.5 cm
- Depth
- 21.8 cm
Customer reviews
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Asus Intel Performance Plus
Reviewed by steve jones. Review Posted 01/07/2012
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