Asus P8Z77-V PREMIUM Intel Z77 Motherboard

ASUS is pleased to announce the worlds FIRST Windows -based Thunderbolt Motherboard the P8Z77-V PREMIUM featuring the Intel Z77 chipset which supports the Intel LGA 1155 socket and designed for use with 2nd/3rd Generation Intel Core? i7/i5/i3 Processors. The ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM is equipped with the latest in I/O technology onboard Thunderbolt providing the user with an ultra-fast transfer speed ofΎGBps an amazing 2 times faster than USB 3.0. Thunderbolt also supports ultra-sharp resolution using the DisplayPort to reach up to𖦐 x 1600. Simple and flexible Thunderbolt only requires one unified cable to transmit high-performance storage and video capturing devices perfect to avoid messy cabling. Also with the daisy-chain technology the user can connect up to 7 high-speed devices without the use of any hubs or switches. With Thunderbolt onboard one unified interface will satisfy every type of high-performance devices in the future! The ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM contains the full-collection of ASUS Z77 features including the Dual Intelligent Processors 3 (DIP3) with Smart DIGI+ Power Control integrated allowing for ultra-precise tuning for the CPU iGPU and DRAM. With SMART DIGI+ Power Control users have unprecedented control over their system and can adjust their system to be highly efficient by providing consistent power delivery to reach the HIGHEST performance on the Z77 platform! EPU conserves energy by intelligently moderating power and load requirements in real-time while TPU provides intelligent system scaling for incredible increases in platform performance without losing stability. The ASUS Z77 Series Motherboards also features the latest Lucid Virtu MVP software with HyperFormance technology optimizing graphics performance by providing outstanding gaming responsiveness sharper visual quality and improved frame rates all while using low power consumption. The latest hybrid graphics boost technology fully utilizes fast-computing iGPU and discrete graphics cards in the users system to create up to a 60% discrete graphics boost performance! The P8Z77-V PREMIUM also features a unique PCIe 3.0 bridge chip to support 4-Way SLI/CrossFireX at Dual X16 or Quad X8 for unrivaled multi-GPU gaming performance. With SSD Caching II the media-favored SSD Caching is now upgraded to the 2nd Generation and features multiple SSD caching functions. With the most flexible usage available users can pair 3 SSD plus 1 HDD or 2 sets each of SSD and HDD resulting in a SSD-like performance response and hard drive capacity with a single click without the need to reboot for instant activation and complete ease of use. To minimize the efforts users might encounter the P8Z77 PREMIUM gets everything ready onboard! Armed with 32GB SSD you don?t have to prepare the extras to enjoy the Intel Smart Response and Intel Rapid Start Technology for a faster system performance and an instant-on function. ASUS?s Anti-Surge Protection provides the user with additional protection to prevent damage to the motherboard caused by unstable voltage. This model is equipped with many ASUS exclusive features such as MEMOK! USB 3.0 Boost Network iControl FAN Xpert+ USB Charger+ and AI Suite II. Ensure RAM compatibility at the push of a button with MemOK! The ASUS USB 3.0 Boost enables 3 different modes (Normal Turbo UASP) which provides up to 70% faster USB 3.0 Transmission speed for any USB 3.0 devices being connected to the system. The Network iControl gives the user a Total Network Control Center which is capable of automatically optimizing the bandwidth throughout and also includes features such as a ON/OFF Instant Bandwidth Boost Customized Profiles Priority Scheduling and Auto PPPoE Connection. Have full fan control with ASUS Fan Xpert+ which the user can fully customize to the setting they feel most fit. USB Charger+ provides 3x charging speed for all USB portable devices transforming the PC into