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

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#1 ·
Useful guides/tips

Tools to flash and recover BIOS on ASUS P8xxx boards (FD44Editor, FTK)
Asus BIOSes with updated RAID ROM
[How-to] Flashing NEC/RENESAS USB 3.0 uPD720200/uPD720200A firmware
[How-to] Downgrade ASUS UEFI BIOS
[How-to] Update Intel ME Firmware
[How-to] Update Intel RAID Option ROM
[Guide] Maximus IV GENE-Z BIOS and Overclocking
[Guide] Maximus IV Extreme BIOS, Sandybridge CPU Overview, and CPU Overclocking

What's Changed?

4/22:

P8Z68-M Pro
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 3905
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Fixed Nvidia GTX 680 hang when running with UEFI driver.

Version 3902
- Improve system stability.

Version 3806
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3702
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0604
- Improve system stability.

Version 0603
- Enhance compatibility with some keyboards.

Version 0601
- Improve system stability
- Enhance compatibility with some USB keyboards.

Version 0502
- Improve memory compatibility
- Improve system stability
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0402
- First release.

Chipset
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
Lan
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • AI Charger+ 1.00.10
    • Asus Update 1.03.04
    • 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
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 3603
None

Version 3402
- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3304
- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3203
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0902
- Enable support for Next Gen 22nm Processor.

Version 0706
- 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
- 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
- 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:
  1. Enter OS, and ensure Intel Smart Response Technology has been turned off under Intel Rapid Storage Technology interface.
  2. Install version Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver to version 10.5.0.1026.
  3. Reboot the system, and update BIOS to version 0501, then reboot.
  4. Enter the BIOS setup screen, press F5 to load BIOS default, then change the Intel SATA Port to RAID mode.
  5. Boot into OS, and re-enable Intel Smart Response Technology under Intel Rapid Storage Technology.

Chipset
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
Lan
  • Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2
Bluetooth
  • Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • 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
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 3603
None

Version 3402
- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3304
- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3201
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3101
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0301
- First release.

Chipset
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
Lan
  • Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2
Bluetooth
  • Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • 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
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 4003
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Fixed Nvidia GTX 680 hang when running with UEFI driver.

Version 4001
- Improve system stability.

Version 3904
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3703
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0703
- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB keyboards.

Version 0602
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Improve system stability.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0401
- First release.

Chipset
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
Lan
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • 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
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 3903
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Fixed Nvidia GTX 680 hang when running with UEFI driver.

Version 3901
- Improve system stability.

Version 3808
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3702
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0805
- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB keyboards.

Version 0803
- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB keyboards.

Version 0702
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Improve system stability.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0401
- First release.

Chipset
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
Lan
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • 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
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 3603
None

Version 3402
- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3304
- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3203
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 1101
- Improve system stability.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0902
- Enable support for Next Gen 22nm Processor.

Version 0706
- 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
- 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
- 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:
  1. Enter OS, and ensure Intel Smart Response Technology has been turned off under Intel Rapid Storage Technology interface.
  2. Install version Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver to version 10.5.0.1026.
  3. Reboot the system, and update BIOS to version 0501, then reboot.
  4. Enter the BIOS setup screen, press F5 to load BIOS default, then change the Intel SATA Port to RAID mode.
  5. Boot into OS, and re-enable Intel Smart Response Technology under Intel Rapid Storage Technology.

Version 0401
- Initial release.

Chipset
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
Lan
  • Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2
Bluetooth
  • Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • 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
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 3603
None

Version 3402
- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3304
- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3202
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0402
- Improve system stability.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0301
- Initial release.

Chipset
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
Lan
  • Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2
Bluetooth
  • Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • 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
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 3603
None

Version 3304
- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3203
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0902
- Enable support for Next Gen 22nm Processor.

Version 0706
- Improve compatibilty issue with some USB keyboards.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0603
- 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
- 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:
  1. Enter OS, and ensure Intel Smart Response Technology has been turned off under Intel Rapid Storage Technology interface.
  2. Install version Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver to version 10.5.0.1026.
  3. Reboot the system, and update BIOS to version 0501, then reboot.
  4. Enter the BIOS setup screen, press F5 to load BIOS default, then change the Intel SATA Port to RAID mode.
  5. Boot into OS, and re-enable Intel Smart Response Technology under Intel Rapid Storage Technology.

Chipset
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
Lan
Bluetooth
  • Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • 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
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 3603
None

Version 3304
- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3202
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 0301
- First release.

Chipset
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
Lan
Bluetooth
  • Atheros AR3011 Bluetooth Driver/Suite
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • 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
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 3603
None

Version 3402
- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3305
- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3203
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Internal Beta Version 3202

Internal Beta Version 1001

Version 0902
- Enable support for Next Gen 22nm Processor.

Internal Beta Version 0603
- "Xtreme Tweaking" option for 3D01 in BIOS.

Internal Beta Version 0498
- Fixed some bugs.

Internal Beta Version 0496
- Tweaked for 3DMark2001.

Version 0403
- 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
- First release.

Chipset
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
Lan
  • Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • 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
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 3603
None

Version 3501
- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.

Version 3305
- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3203
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Internal Beta Version 3202

Version 0402
- First release.

Chipset
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
Lan
  • Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • 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
Quote:
PRODUCT LINK

Manual / Memory QVL

BIOS
Version 3603
None

Version 3510
- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Fixed Nvidia GTX 680 hang when running with UEFI driver.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3501
- Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.

Version 3402
- Improve Improve system stability.
- Enhance compatibility with some USB devices.
- Support new CPUs.

Version 3304
- Updated Intel RST ROM.

Version 3203
- Improve system stability.
- Improve memory compatibility.
- Support new CPUs.

Internal Beta Version 3202

Version 1004
- Improve system stability.

Version 0902
- Enable support for Next Gen 22nm Processor.

Internal Beta Version 0604
- "Xtreme Tweaking" option for 3D01 in BIOS.

Internal Beta Version 0498
- Fixed some bugs.

Internal Beta Version 0496
- Tweaked for 3DMark2001.

Version 0403
- 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
- First release.

Chipset
Audio
Lan
  • Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver: 18.2
Bluetooth
  • Toshiba Bluetooth Stack Driver: 9.10.00
USB 3.0
SATA
Utilities
  • AI Suite II
    • 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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#5 ·
Quote:
Originally Posted by iGuitarGuy;13884806
I love your threads!
Thanks.
Quote:
Originally Posted by BionicAcid;13885521
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?
 
#6 ·
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.
 
#11 ·
Thanks for putting this lists together. I just picked up the P8Z68 Deluxe and plan to use this thread to get all the latest drivers for everything!

Is the ticket to use the Intel SATA ports rather than the marvell ones? I seem to have stumbled across information on the internet where the marvell ones can have issues. Can anyone confirm?
 
#12 ·
Quote:
Originally Posted by wordup48;13959259
Thanks for putting this lists together. I just picked up the P8Z68 Deluxe and plan to use this thread to get all the latest drivers for everything!

Is the ticket to use the Intel SATA ports rather than the marvell ones? I seem to have stumbled across information on the internet where the marvell ones can have issues. Can anyone confirm?
There will be a performance loss using the Marvell ports. If you have multiple drives, try putting the least performing ones on the Marvell SATA ports.

I disable mine since I'm only using two drives (SSD and HDD). Also helps speed up POST.
 
#14 ·
I just built a new rig this week, specs below, and this thread was amazing for finding all the newest drivers.

Thanks you for all of your hard work.

__________________
CPU................................Intel Core i7-2600k 3.4 GHZ
Mobo..............................ASUS P8Z68-V PRO
RAM...............................8GB G.Skill DDR3 2133 (PC3 17000)
SSD................................Crucial M4 64 gig SATA III
HDD................................Seagate 7200 1TB
GPU................................EVGA GeForce GTX 580
PSU................................Antec HCG-900 900W
Case...............................CM HAF 922
Display............................Dell (18 inch)
O.S................................Windows 7 Pro 64 bit
 
#16 ·
For the P67 that was solved by a BIOS update, not sure if it's been addressed yet for you guys though. It may be annoying to see it but just try to ignore it until you have a better reason to flash the BIOS and you're sure they have fixed that, not worth the risk of a BIOS flash for just that alone.
 
#17 ·
Hi Guys/Gals

Not sure if any of U hav experienced a double splash screen from ASUS when you boot up. Some people are calling it a boot loop and seems to be inherent problem from the P67 boards

Glad to report after following numerous suggestions from other threads I've managed to solve it (on my rig anyhow)

Enter BIOS/Advanced Mode - Under the 'ADVANCED' tab go to 'Onboard Devices Configuration' and under the JMB storage controller disable the 'Display OptionROM in post'

This prevents the JMB storage controller (used for eSATA port on mobo) to report during post thus preventing it from interupting the splash screen and making it appear that it is loading twice.

ALSO GO TO BOOT and under OptionROM messages change from 'Force BIOS' to 'Keep Current'

Again it'll prevent from interupting the splash screen and shave off a few seconds from boot time, cos when your rig boots in W7 in under 35secs it matters!

You can also display splash screen under boot, not sure if it'll save time but then you wont be able to customize it with your own logo

Feedback to whether this helped would be appreciated
 
#18 ·
Hey Guys,

I am having trouble with slow SSD 3 speeds with this particular motherboard/SSD3 drive
I've read a few forums here and no doubt its me being a noob however I will try to reel off what Ive done and hopefully can get some expert advice!

I have the following relevant Hardware
Motherboard:p8Z68-V Pro
CPU: Intel i7-2600K
Harddrive: OCZ Vertex SATA 3
Operating System: Windows 7 64bit

When I run the CrystalDiskMark Utility, I get OK read speeds (roughly 470ish) but the write speeds at best hit 135ish
It was my understanding that the SSD3 drives should be able to read 500+ reads and writes?

I have installed the updated drivers as per the notes in the first post but it really didn't make any effect. ( I havent reinstalled windows since however)
Windows is installed on the SSD 3 drive as well.
I confirmed that in the bios it was not set as IDE.
I have the SSD 3 connected to the grey sata3 port0 and another 2TB HDD in the grey sata3 port1.
I also followed the advice on (
http://www.ocztechnologyforum.com/forum/showthread.php?88340-Vertex-3-Windows-install-in-AHCI-mode-on-Intel-6-series-Chipset-platforms)

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated! again, could be something silly on my behalf.

Thanks in advance!
 
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Originally Posted by cmeeks;13992012
Awesome thread! One question... can anybody tell me what driver I need to install for this device. I combed through the drivers for my mobo and thought I had all the necessary ones, but my device manager still shows this error.
You need the Intel Management Engine Driver
 
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updated bios 0651 on p8z68-v pro , cpu reads -10 degrees then normal.

I cannot downgrade back to 0501 it gives me error "image outdated"

keep up good work on updated bios and drivers for z68 series

wish someday have a white mouse cursor in the bios instead of that green one...
 
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Originally Posted by EaglePC;14219227
This thread is boring , Asus Z68 Series ,guess not to many owners
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I think it's because there aren't many benefits to switching from P67 to Z68. I got Z68 for the fact that it was cheap and I needed something with onboard video ports.
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SimpleTech thanks for the hard work on updated drivers.
No problem man. Just doing what I do best.
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#25 ·
Hello all, I got a Asus P8Z68-V Pro Mobo as well
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I need some Overclocking help please!! Hope this is the correct Post for this, if not please move me.

I got an I7 2600k with a Corsair H60 Hydro Cooler. My system runs around mid 30s when not being used and when gaming mid 40s - mid 50s. I never seen it go over 60 degrees yet and its running at default speed 3.4ghz.

I read about users overclocking the CPU to over 5ghz. What would you guys recommend I try first and what should I change my voltage settings too? I never did the overclocking thing before so please treat me as a noob
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I also got the following RAM G.SKILL Ripjaws X + Fan Series DDR3 2133MHz (PC3-17000) 8GB (2x4GB) Dual Channel Kit

I got a Coolermaster 850 W PS as well.
and I have the Fan installed. I could really use some help with trying to overclock the Ram as well so please give me some settings for my board so I can run some tests!
 
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I’ve gone on and on and on about this board. I’ll try and keep this concise as a result. Overclocking the P8Z68-V Pro was identical to overclocking boards from the P8P67 family and that’s a good thing. Essentially all I had to do in order to reach 5GHz was to set the load-line calibration to Ultra High and set the CPU-PLL overvoltage option to enabled in BIOS. From there I simply had to find voltages that worked. Increasing my CPU voltage to 1.425v and my CPU PLL voltage to 1.95v were all I needed for stability using a 50x multiplier. Beyond that I had temperature issues and the voltage needed to go up, but stability wasn’t achievable. Memory support worked as it should. I was able to reach the full DDR3 1600MHz potential with my RAM. Though I couldn’t reach the next supported speed of DDR3 1866MHz. I can on some boards but usually they are X58 boards and that’s still a rare occurrence.
 
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