Asus Z68 Series Information Thread (drivers, BIOSes, overclocking, reviews) **UPDATED 4/22**

None

- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

- Updated Intel RST ROM.

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

- Enable support for Next Gen 22nm Processor.

Version 0706 0706 changelog: (Click to show)

- Fix FW54P PCI card compatibility issue.
- Fix the bug that the OEM activation version OS of window7 will hang at the "blue screen" if some graphics cards be installed in system.
- Fix USB Keyboard 3R-FKB3010UBK can't work issue.
- Fix Microsoft V1 receiver can't work issue.
- Fix S3 can't resume if CPU PLL over voltage is enabled.
- Fix the CPU and Chassis Fan speed will over the duty cycle setting range.
- Fix CPU ratio always keep at lowest after S4 resume and AC power lost.
- Improve DRAM compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0606 0606 changelog: (Click to show)

- Update Intel Raid Option ROM.
- Improve DRAM compatibility.
- Improve System stability.
- Improve compatiblity with some Raid card model.
- Increase IGD share memory size to 512MB.

Version 0501 0501 changelog: (Click to show)

- Enable the support of Intel Rapid Storage Technology version 10.5.0.1026 release.

Note: For proper operation, please ensure to update Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver to version 10.5.0.1026 and BIOS to version 0501 before enabling Intel Smart Response Technology.

Update procedure for users needing Intel Smart Response Technology:

Enter OS, and ensure Intel Smart Response Technology has been turned off under Intel Rapid Storage Technology interface.
Install version Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver to version 10.5.0.1026.
Reboot the system, and update BIOS to version 0501, then reboot.
Enter the BIOS setup screen, press F5 to load BIOS default, then change the Intel SATA Port to RAID mode.
Boot into OS, and re-enable Intel Smart Response Technology under Intel Rapid Storage Technology.

Chipset

Intel INF Driver: 9.4.0.1017
Intel Management Engine Driver: 9.0.2.1345
Intel Management Engine Firmware: 8.1.30.1350

Video

LucidLogix Virtu Software: 1.2.114.21767
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver
Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3071 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 4000/2500 only

Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3062 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 3000/2000 only

Audio

Realtek High Definition Audio Driver: R2.71 (6.01.6886)

Lan

Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2

Bluetooth

Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
- Windows 7/8 - 7.4.0.160

USB 3.0

ASMedia USB 3.0 Driver: 1.16.4.0
ASMedia USB 3.0 Firmware: 120816_02_02_6D

SATA

JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver: 1.17.65.11
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver: 12.5.0.1066

Utilities

AI Suite II >>> (Click to show)
- AI Charger+ 1.00.06
- Mobilink 1.00.40
- Asus Update 1.01.02
- BT Go! 1.00.34
- DIGI+ VRM 1.00.28
- EPU-6 1.02.10
- FAN Xpert 1.00.47
- GPU Boost 1.01.05
- Matrix 1.02.42
- MyLogo 1.01.16
- Probe II 1.00.29
- System Information 1.00.18
- TurboV EVO 1.00.80
- USB 3.0 Boost 1.02.06

P8Z68-V/Gen3
>>> (Click to show)

Quote:

PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS >>> (Click to show)

None

- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3201 3201 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3101 3101 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0301 0301 changelog: (Click to show)

- First release.

Chipset

Intel INF Driver: 9.4.0.1017
Intel Management Engine Driver: 9.0.2.1345
Intel Management Engine Firmware: 8.1.30.1350

Video

LucidLogix Virtu Software: 1.2.114.21767
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver
Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3071 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 4000/2500 only

Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3062 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 3000/2000 only

Audio

Realtek High Definition Audio Driver: R2.71 (6.01.6886)

Lan

Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2

Bluetooth

Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
- Windows 7/8 - 7.4.0.160

USB 3.0

ASMedia USB 3.0 Driver: 1.16.4.0
ASMedia USB 3.0 Firmware: 120816_02_02_6D

SATA

JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver: 1.17.65.11
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver: 12.5.0.1066

Utilities

AI Suite II >>> (Click to show)
- AI Charger+ 1.00.06
- Mobilink 1.00.40
- Asus Update 1.01.02
- BT Go! 1.00.34
- DIGI+ VRM 1.00.28
- EPU-6 1.02.10
- FAN Xpert 1.00.47
- GPU Boost 1.01.05
- Matrix 1.02.42
- MyLogo 1.01.16
- Probe II 1.00.29
- System Information 1.00.18
- TurboV EVO 1.00.80
- USB 3.0 Boost 1.02.06

P8Z68-V LX
>>> (Click to show)

Quote:

PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS >>> (Click to show)

Version 4003 4003 changelog: (Click to show)

- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Fixed Nvidia GTX 680 hang when running with UEFI driver.

Version 4001 4001 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.

Version 3904 3904 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3703 3703 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0703 0703 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB keyboards.

Version 0602 0602 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve memory compatibility.
- Improve system stability.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0401 0401 changelog: (Click to show)

- First release.

Chipset

Intel INF Driver: 9.4.0.1017
Intel Management Engine Driver: 9.0.2.1345
Intel Management Engine Firmware: 8.1.30.1350

Video

LucidLogix Virtu Software: 1.2.114.21767
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver
Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3071 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 4000/2500 only

Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3062 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 3000/2000 only

Audio

Realtek High Definition Audio Driver: R2.71 (6.01.6886)

Lan

Realtek Gigabit Ethernet Driver
- Windows 7 - 7.069.0304.2013
- Windows 8 - 8.012.0304.2013

USB 3.0

ASMedia USB 3.0 Driver: 1.16.4.0
ASMedia USB 3.0 Firmware: 120816_02_02_6D

SATA

Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver: 12.5.0.1066

Utilities

AI Suite II >>> (Click to show)
- AI Charger+ 1.00.10
- Asus Update 1.03.04
- DrvResource
- EPU-6 1.03.15
- FAN Xpert 1.01.06
- GPU Boost 1.01.05
- ImageResource
- Matrix 1.02.76
- MyLogo 1.02.04
- Probe II 1.00.47
- System Information 1.02.07
- TurboV EVO 1.01.21
- USB 3.0 Boost 1.02.06

P8Z68-V LE
>>> (Click to show)

Quote:

PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS >>> (Click to show)

Version 3903 3903 changelog: (Click to show)

- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Fixed Nvidia GTX 680 hang when running with UEFI driver.

Version 3901 3901 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.

Version 3808 3808 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3702 3702 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0805 0805 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB keyboards.

Version 0803 0803 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB keyboards.

Version 0702 0702 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve memory compatibility.
- Improve system stability.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0401 0401 changelog: (Click to show)

- First release.

Chipset

Intel INF Driver: 9.4.0.1017
Intel Management Engine Driver: 9.0.2.1345
Intel Management Engine Firmware: 8.1.30.1350

Video

LucidLogix Virtu Software: 1.2.114.21767
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver
Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3071 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 4000/2500 only

Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3062 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 3000/2000 only

Audio

Realtek High Definition Audio Driver: R2.71 (6.01.6886)

Lan

Realtek Gigabit Ethernet Driver
- Windows 7 - 7.069.0304.2013
- Windows 8 - 8.012.0304.2013

USB 3.0

ASMedia USB 3.0 Driver: 1.16.4.0
ASMedia USB 3.0 Firmware: 120816_02_02_6D

SATA

Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver: 12.5.0.1066

Utilities

AI Suite II >>> (Click to show)
- AI Charger+ 1.00.10
- Asus Update 1.03.04
- DrvResource
- EPU-6 1.03.15
- FAN Xpert 1.01.06
- GPU Boost 1.01.05
- ImageResource
- Matrix 1.02.76
- MyLogo 1.02.04
- Probe II 1.00.47
- System Information 1.02.07
- TurboV EVO 1.01.21
- USB 3.0 Boost 1.02.06

P8Z68-V Pro
>>> (Click to show)

Quote:

PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS >>> (Click to show)

None

- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

- Updated Intel RST ROM.

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 1101 1101 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Support new CPUs.

- Enable support for Next Gen 22nm Processor.

Version 0706 0706 changelog: (Click to show)

Version 0606 0606 changelog: (Click to show)

- Update Intel Raid Option ROM.
- Improve DRAM compatibility.
- Improve System stability.
- Improve compatiblity with some Raid card model.
- Increase IGD share memory size to 512MB.

Version 0501 0501 changelog: (Click to show)

Enter OS, and ensure Intel Smart Response Technology has been turned off under Intel Rapid Storage Technology interface.
Install version Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver to version 10.5.0.1026.
Reboot the system, and update BIOS to version 0501, then reboot.
Enter the BIOS setup screen, press F5 to load BIOS default, then change the Intel SATA Port to RAID mode.
Boot into OS, and re-enable Intel Smart Response Technology under Intel Rapid Storage Technology.

Version 0401 0401 changelog: (Click to show)

- Initial release.

Chipset

Intel INF Driver: 9.4.0.1017
Intel Management Engine Driver: 9.0.2.1345
Intel Management Engine Firmware: 8.1.30.1350

Video

LucidLogix Virtu Software: 1.2.114.21767
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver
Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3071 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 4000/2500 only

Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3062 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 3000/2000 only

Audio

Realtek High Definition Audio Driver: R2.71 (6.01.6886)

Lan

Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2

Bluetooth

Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
- Windows 7/8 - 7.4.0.160

USB 3.0

ASMedia USB 3.0 Driver: 1.16.4.0
ASMedia USB 3.0 Firmware: 120816_02_02_6D

SATA

JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver: 1.17.65.11
Marvell SATA Controller Driver: 1.2.0.1032
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver: 12.5.0.1066

Utilities

AI Suite II >>> (Click to show)
- AI Charger+ 1.00.06
- Mobilink 1.00.40
- Asus Update 1.01.02
- BT Go! 1.00.34
- DIGI+ VRM 1.00.28
- EPU-6 1.02.10
- FAN Xpert 1.00.47
- GPU Boost 1.01.05
- Matrix 1.02.42
- MyLogo 1.01.16
- Probe II 1.00.29
- System Information 1.00.18
- TurboV EVO 1.00.80
- USB 3.0 Boost 1.02.06

P8Z68-V Pro/Gen3
>>> (Click to show)

Quote:

PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS >>> (Click to show)

None

- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3202 3202 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0402 0402 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0301 0301 changelog: (Click to show)

- Initial release.

Chipset

Intel INF Driver: 9.4.0.1017
Intel Management Engine Driver: 9.0.2.1345
Intel Management Engine Firmware: 8.1.30.1350

Video

LucidLogix Virtu Software: 1.2.114.21767
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver
Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3071 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 4000/2500 only

Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3062 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 3000/2000 only

Audio

Realtek High Definition Audio Driver: R2.71 (6.01.6886)

Lan

Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2

Bluetooth

Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
- Windows 7/8 - 7.4.0.160

USB 3.0

ASMedia USB 3.0 Driver: 1.16.4.0
ASMedia USB 3.0 Firmware: 120816_02_02_6D

SATA

JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver: 1.17.65.11
Marvell SATA Controller Driver: 1.2.0.1032
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver: 12.5.0.1066

Utilities

AI Suite II >>> (Click to show)
- AI Charger+ 1.00.06
- Mobilink 1.00.40
- Asus Update 1.01.02
- BT Go! 1.00.34
- DIGI+ VRM 1.00.28
- EPU-6 1.02.10
- FAN Xpert 1.00.47
- GPU Boost 1.01.05
- Matrix 1.02.42
- MyLogo 1.01.16
- Probe II 1.00.29
- System Information 1.00.18
- TurboV EVO 1.00.80
- USB 3.0 Boost 1.02.06

P8Z68 Deluxe
>>> (Click to show)

Quote:

PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS >>> (Click to show)

None

- Updated Intel RST ROM.

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

- Enable support for Next Gen 22nm Processor.

Version 0706 0603 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve compatibilty issue with some USB keyboards.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0603 0603 changelog: (Click to show)

- Update Intel Raid Option ROM.
- Improve DRAM compatibility.
- Improve System stability.
- Improve compatiblity with some Raid card model.
- Increase IGD share memory size to 512MB.

Version 0501 0501 changelog: (Click to show)

Enter OS, and ensure Intel Smart Response Technology has been turned off under Intel Rapid Storage Technology interface.
Install version Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver to version 10.5.0.1026.
Reboot the system, and update BIOS to version 0501, then reboot.
Enter the BIOS setup screen, press F5 to load BIOS default, then change the Intel SATA Port to RAID mode.
Boot into OS, and re-enable Intel Smart Response Technology under Intel Rapid Storage Technology.

Chipset

Intel INF Driver: 9.4.0.1017
Intel Management Engine Driver: 9.0.2.1345
Intel Management Engine Firmware: 8.1.30.1350

Video

LucidLogix Virtu Software: 1.2.114.21767
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver
Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3071 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 4000/2500 only

Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3062 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 3000/2000 only

Audio

Realtek High Definition Audio Driver: R2.71 (6.01.6886)

Lan

Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2
Realtek Gigabit Ethernet Driver
- Windows 7 - 7.069.0304.2013
- Windows 8 - 8.012.0304.2013

Bluetooth

Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
- Windows 7/8 - 7.4.0.160

USB 3.0

NEC USB 3.0 Driver: 2.1.39.0

SATA

JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver: 1.17.65.11
Marvell SATA Controller Driver: 1.2.0.1032
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver: 12.5.0.1066

Utilities

AI Suite II >>> (Click to show)
- Mobilink 1.00.49
- Asus Update 1.02.05
- BT Go! 1.00.36
- DIGI+ VRM 1.00.28
- DrvResource
- EPU-6 1.02.10
- FAN Xpert 1.00.47
- ImageResource
- Matrix 1.02.42.01
- MyLogo 1.01.20
- Probe II 1.00.29
- System Information 1.00.26
- TurboV EVO 1.00.80

P8Z68 Deluxe/Gen3
>>> (Click to show)

Quote:

PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS >>> (Click to show)

None

- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3202 3202 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0301 0301 changelog: (Click to show)

- First release.

Chipset

Intel INF Driver: 9.4.0.1017
Intel Management Engine Driver: 9.0.2.1345
Intel Management Engine Firmware: 8.1.30.1350

Video

LucidLogix Virtu Software: 1.2.114.21767
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver
Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3071 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 4000/2500 only

Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3062 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 3000/2000 only

Audio

Realtek High Definition Audio Driver: R2.71 (6.01.6886)

Lan

Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2
Realtek Gigabit Ethernet Driver
- Windows 7 - 7.069.0304.2013
- Windows 8 - 8.012.0304.2013

Bluetooth

Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
- Windows 7/8 - 7.4.0.160

USB 3.0

NEC USB 3.0 Driver: 2.1.39.0

SATA

JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver: 1.17.65.11
Marvell SATA Controller Driver: 1.2.0.1032
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver: 12.5.0.1066

Utilities

AI Suite II >>> (Click to show)
- Mobilink 1.00.49
- Asus Update 1.02.05
- BT Go! 1.00.36
- DIGI+ VRM 1.00.28
- DrvResource
- EPU-6 1.02.10
- FAN Xpert 1.00.47
- ImageResource
- Matrix 1.02.42.01
- MyLogo 1.01.20
- Probe II 1.00.29
- System Information 1.00.26
- TurboV EVO 1.00.80

Maximus IV Gene-Z
>>> (Click to show)

Quote:

PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS >>> (Click to show)

None

- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3305 3305 changelog: (Click to show)

- Updated Intel RST ROM.

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Internal Beta Version 3202

Internal Beta Version 1001

Version 0902 0902 changelog: (Click to show)

- Enable support for Next Gen 22nm Processor.

Internal Beta Version 0603 0603 changelog: (Click to show)

- "Xtreme Tweaking" option for 3D01 in BIOS.

Internal Beta Version 0498 0498 changelog: (Click to show)

- Fixed some bugs.

Internal Beta Version 0496 0496 changelog: (Click to show)

- Tweaked for 3DMark2001.

Version 0403 0403 changelog: (Click to show)

- Update Intel Raid Option ROM.
- Improve DRAM compatibility.
- Improve System stability.
- Improve compatiblity with some Raid card model.
- Increase IGD share memory size to 512MB.

Version 0208 0208 changelog: (Click to show)

- First release.

Chipset

Intel INF Driver: 9.4.0.1017
Intel Management Engine Driver: 9.0.2.1345
Intel Management Engine Firmware: 8.1.30.1350

Video

LucidLogix Virtu Software: 1.2.114.21767
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver
Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3071 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 4000/2500 only

Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3062 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 3000/2000 only

Audio

Realtek High Definition Audio Driver: R2.71 (6.01.6886)

Lan

Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2

USB 3.0

ASMedia USB 3.0 Driver: 1.16.4.0
ASMedia USB 3.0 Firmware: 120816_02_02_6D

SATA

JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver: 1.17.65.11
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver: 12.5.0.1066

Utilities

AI Suite II >>> (Click to show)
- AI Charger+ 1.00.06
- Asus Update 1.02.03
- DIGI+ VRM 1.01.10
- DrvResource
- EPU-6 1.02.12
- FAN Xpert 1.00.47
- GPU Boost 1.01.05
- ImageResource
- Matrix 1.02.42.01
- MyLogo 1.01.18
- Probe II 1.00.30
- System Information 1.00.26
- TurboV EVO 1.00.80
- USB 3.0 Boost 1.02.06

Maximus IV Gene-Z/Gen3
>>> (Click to show)

Quote:

PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS >>> (Click to show)

None

Version 3501 3501 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.

Version 3305 3305 changelog: (Click to show)

- Updated Intel RST ROM.

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Internal Beta Version 3202

Version 0402 0402 changelog: (Click to show)

- First release.

Chipset

Intel INF Driver: 9.4.0.1017
Intel Management Engine Driver: 9.0.2.1345
Intel Management Engine Firmware: 8.1.30.1350

Video

LucidLogix Virtu Software: 1.2.114.21767
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver
Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3071 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 4000/2500 only

Windows 7/8: 9.17.10.3062 (32-bit) / (64-bit) HD Graphics 3000/2000 only

Audio

Realtek High Definition Audio Driver: R2.71 (6.01.6886)

Lan

Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2

USB 3.0

ASMedia USB 3.0 Driver: 1.16.4.0
ASMedia USB 3.0 Firmware: 120816_02_02_6D

SATA

JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver: 1.17.65.11
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver: 12.5.0.1066

Utilities

AI Suite II >>> (Click to show)
- AI Charger+ 1.00.06
- Asus Update 1.02.03
- DIGI+ VRM 1.01.10
- DrvResource
- EPU-6 1.02.12
- FAN Xpert 1.00.47
- GPU Boost 1.01.05
- ImageResource
- Matrix 1.02.42.01
- MyLogo 1.01.18
- Probe II 1.00.30
- System Information 1.00.26
- TurboV EVO 1.00.80
- USB 3.0 Boost 1.02.06

Maximus IV Extreme-Z
>>> (Click to show)

Quote:

PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS >>> (Click to show)

None

Version 3510 3510 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Fixed Nvidia GTX 680 hang when running with UEFI driver.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3501 3501 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.

- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

- Updated Intel RST ROM.

- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Internal Beta Version 3202

Version 1004 1004 changelog: (Click to show)

- Improve system stability.

- Enable support for Next Gen 22nm Processor.

Internal Beta Version 0604 0604 changelog: (Click to show)

- "Xtreme Tweaking" option for 3D01 in BIOS.

Internal Beta Version 0498 0498 changelog: (Click to show)

- Fixed some bugs.

Internal Beta Version 0496 0496 changelog: (Click to show)

- Tweaked for 3DMark2001.

Version 0403 0403 changelog: (Click to show)

- Update Intel Raid Option ROM.
- Improve DRAM compatibility.
- Improve System stability.
- Improve compatiblity with some Raid card model.
- Increase IGD share memory size to 512MB.

Internal Beta Version 0402

Version 0210 0210 changelog: (Click to show)

- First release.

Chipset

Intel INF Driver: 9.4.0.1017
Intel Management Engine Driver: 9.0.2.1345
Intel Management Engine Firmware: 8.1.30.1350

Audio

Realtek High Definition Audio Driver: R2.71 (6.01.6886)

Lan

Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2

Bluetooth

Toshiba Bluetooth Stack Driver: 9.10.00

USB 3.0

NEC USB 3.0 Driver: 2.1.39.0

SATA

JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver: 1.17.65.11
Marvell SATA Controller Driver: 1.2.0.1032
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver: 12.5.0.1066

Utilities

AI Suite II >>> (Click to show)
- AI Charger+ 1.00.06
- Asus Update 1.02.03
- DIGI+ VRM 1.01.10
- DrvResource
- EPU-6 1.02.12
- FAN Xpert 1.00.47
- GPU Boost 1.01.05
- ImageResource
- Matrix 1.02.42.01
- MyLogo 1.01.18
- Probe II 1.00.30
- System Information 1.00.26
- TurboV EVO 1.00.80
- USB 3.0 Boost 1.02.06

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6/14/11 at 6:31pm

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6/15/11 at 1:37pm

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I love your threads!

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Laing D5	HWLabs Black Ice 360 Radiator	Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit	Samsung S23A750D
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6/15/11 at 2:38pm

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I got the P8Z68-V PRO but im having some troubles with the marvell sata thing. Sometimes it just don't detect my ssd ( Boot ) and sometimes its freezes on bios logo screen =[

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i7 2600k	Z68 Extreme4	Sapphire HD6970@1000/1500	Corsair Vengeance 1600 4gb x2
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APEVIA X-Jupiter G Type Case-Black
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6/15/11 at 3:24pm

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I love your threads!

Thanks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BionicAcid

I got the P8Z68-V PRO but im having some troubles with the marvell sata thing. Sometimes it just don't detect my ssd ( Boot ) and sometimes its freezes on bios logo screen =[

Have you tried updating the BIOS to 0501?

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6/15/11 at 4:14pm

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Ah good, I noticed you removed the Z68 from the P67 thread and was glad to see this one created already. The people could use a huge wealth of information for Z68 like you gave us from P67 already. This is the thread that I saw that made me think this thread was needed.

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6/16/11 at 1:20am

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Quote:

Originally Posted by SimpleTech

Have you tried updating the BIOS to 0501?

Yep. Mine already came with this version.

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i7 2600k	Z68 Extreme4	Sapphire HD6970@1000/1500	Corsair Vengeance 1600 4gb x2
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SSD OCZ Agility 3	Windows 7 Ultimate 64bits	BENQ M2700HD 27"	Enermax MODU87+ 800w
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APEVIA X-Jupiter G Type Case-Black
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i7 2600k	Z68 Extreme4	Sapphire HD6970@1000/1500	Corsair Vengeance 1600 4gb x2
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SSD OCZ Agility 3	Windows 7 Ultimate 64bits	BENQ M2700HD 27"	Enermax MODU87+ 800w
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6/16/11 at 6:40am

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try disabling jmicron and marvel sata. enable power on over pci-e. report results.

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6/20/11 at 3:29pm

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Can some of you asus user share some info on new asus z68-v pro or any new asus z68 MB. thx

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6/21/11 at 4:23am

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Bye bye P8Z68-V PRO! lol. WHat a difference now..... Omg.

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Hard Drive	OS	Monitor	Power
SSD OCZ Agility 3	Windows 7 Ultimate 64bits	BENQ M2700HD 27"	Enermax MODU87+ 800w
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APEVIA X-Jupiter G Type Case-Black
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CPU	Motherboard	Graphics	RAM
i7 2600k	Z68 Extreme4	Sapphire HD6970@1000/1500	Corsair Vengeance 1600 4gb x2
Hard Drive	OS	Monitor	Power
SSD OCZ Agility 3	Windows 7 Ultimate 64bits	BENQ M2700HD 27"	Enermax MODU87+ 800w
Case
APEVIA X-Jupiter G Type Case-Black
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