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M5A97 EVO R2.0 specifications summary ASUS overclocking features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Ports Precision Tweaker 2: - button 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 1 x DirectKey button 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch (continued on the next ... Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - vSB: Adjustable SB voltage at 0.005V increment SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - Internal Base Clock tuning from 100MHz up to 600MHz at 1MHz increment - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 0.005V increment - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2...
M5A97 EVO R2.0 specifications summary ASUS overclocking features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Ports Precision Tweaker 2: - button 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 1 x DirectKey button 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch (continued on the next ... Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - vSB: Adjustable SB voltage at 0.005V increment SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - Internal Base Clock tuning from 100MHz up to 600MHz at 1MHz increment - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 0.005V increment - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2...
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...supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with up to 4800MT/s rate via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. It provides better overclocking capabilities with rendering speed, eliminating the need to scale down screen resolution to 4800 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and ...multimedia, and Internet applications. Complete USB 3.0 Solution This motherboard offers you to ten times faster than USB 3.0. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-1 CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading and texture settings.
...supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with up to 4800MT/s rate via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. It provides better overclocking capabilities with rendering speed, eliminating the need to scale down screen resolution to 4800 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and ...multimedia, and Internet applications. Complete USB 3.0 Solution This motherboard offers you to ten times faster than USB 3.0. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-1 CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading and texture settings.
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...motherboard can deliver up to make the most of power management design, ASUS gives you the complete CPU, memory, and new SMART DIGI+ technology with an extensive and intuitive UEFI BIOS, overclocking very large memory setups has become extremely easy. It also provides ...with just one -click extreme performance. This evolutionary, innovative, and industry-leading ASUS technology provides the best control mechanism for better efficiency, stability, and performance. Increased CPU and DRAM overclocking range Adjusts the CPU and DRAM voltages and VRM switching frequencies for better CPU...
...motherboard can deliver up to make the most of power management design, ASUS gives you the complete CPU, memory, and new SMART DIGI+ technology with an extensive and intuitive UEFI BIOS, overclocking very large memory setups has become extremely easy. It also provides ...with just one -click extreme performance. This evolutionary, innovative, and industry-leading ASUS technology provides the best control mechanism for better efficiency, stability, and performance. Increased CPU and DRAM overclocking range Adjusts the CPU and DRAM voltages and VRM switching frequencies for better CPU...
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... device up to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system's bootup. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-3 It allows you to simply press a button to 170% faster than the standard USB 3.0 transfer speed. It provides a seamless ...wirelessly together through the Auto Tuning and TurboV functions. MemOK!, the remarkably memory rescue tool, allows you to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via Wi-Fi. Auto Tuning provides a user-friendly ...
... device up to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system's bootup. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-3 It allows you to simply press a button to 170% faster than the standard USB 3.0 transfer speed. It provides a seamless ...wirelessly together through the Auto Tuning and TurboV functions. MemOK!, the remarkably memory rescue tool, allows you to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via Wi-Fi. Auto Tuning provides a user-friendly ...
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... to get the correct memory modules. • Memory module with the same CAS latency. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-11 Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of the lower-...65533;e�s�e�n��c�e�D��e�t�e�c�t (SPD), which is then mapped for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in �g��a��3�2�-�b�it�W��i�n�...
... to get the correct memory modules. • Memory module with the same CAS latency. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-11 Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of the lower-...65533;e�s�e�n��c�e�D��e�t�e�c�t (SPD), which is then mapped for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in �g��a��3�2�-�b�it�W��i�n�...
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... overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMS. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2...
... overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMS. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2...
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... again or the Power-on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system. • Refer to section 3.7 Boot Menu for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on and you to enhance system performance. 1. DirectKey button (DirectKey) This feature allows...
... again or the Power-on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system. • Refer to section 3.7 Boot Menu for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on and you to enhance system performance. 1. DirectKey button (DirectKey) This feature allows...
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... the DIMM before using the MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the exact location of failsafe...the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch lights continuously. function. • The MemOK! switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 The blinking speed of failsafe settings. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure...
... the DIMM before using the MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the exact location of failsafe...the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch lights continuously. function. • The MemOK! switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 The blinking speed of failsafe settings. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure...
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... clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. You must turn ON the computer. 4. To erase the RTC RAM 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on the power supply or.... Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking. 1.2.7 Jumper 1.
... clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. You must turn ON the computer. 4. To erase the RTC RAM 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on the power supply or.... Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking. 1.2.7 Jumper 1.
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... only with the help of a trained service personnel. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface ...overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. We strongly recommend that are needed for this user manual refers to instability or boot failure. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2...
... only with the help of a trained service personnel. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface ...overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. We strongly recommend that are needed for this user manual refers to instability or boot failure. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2...
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... : 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2400MHz Advanced Monitor Boot Tool AMD Turbo CORE technology Disabled/Enabled Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio AMD Turbo Core Technology Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum EPU Power Saving ...: Navigation keys Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings.
... : 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2400MHz Advanced Monitor Boot Tool AMD Turbo CORE technology Disabled/Enabled Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio AMD Turbo Core Technology Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum EPU Power Saving ...: Navigation keys Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings.
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...the password, the User Password item on top of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the screen shows Not Installed. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items... Frequency : 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2600MHz Monitor Boot Tool AMD Turbo CORE Technology Disabled/Enabled Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio AMD Turbo Core Technology Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum EPU Power Saving...
...the password, the User Password item on top of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the screen shows Not Installed. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items... Frequency : 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2600MHz Monitor Boot Tool AMD Turbo CORE Technology Disabled/Enabled Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio AMD Turbo Core Technology Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum EPU Power Saving...
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...2800MHz] [3000MHz] [3200MHz] HT Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to your CPU model. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for EMI control. This allows you to the default setting. If this happens... [2000MHz] [2200MHz] [2400MHz] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances CPU bus frequency overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled]. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-9 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo CORE Ratio [Auto] This item appears only when you set...
...2800MHz] [3000MHz] [3200MHz] HT Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to your CPU model. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for EMI control. This allows you to the default setting. If this happens... [2000MHz] [2200MHz] [2400MHz] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances CPU bus frequency overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled]. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-9 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo CORE Ratio [Auto] This item appears only when you set...
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...you to select the EPU power saving mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OC Tuner [CANCEL] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for EMI control. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the... PCIe overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to READ Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] - [9 CLK] DRAM CAS# write Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [...
...you to select the EPU power saving mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OC Tuner [CANCEL] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for EMI control. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the... PCIe overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to READ Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] - [9 CLK] DRAM CAS# write Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [...
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...voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] CPU Currrent Capability [Auto] This item provides wider total power range for overclocking. Some of the following percentages to adjust the value. The thermal conditions should be monitored. To restore the default setting, type [auto]...CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to select the CPU/NB Load-Line mode. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] DO ...
...voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] CPU Currrent Capability [Auto] This item provides wider total power range for overclocking. Some of the following percentages to adjust the value. The thermal conditions should be monitored. To restore the default setting, type [auto]...CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to select the CPU/NB Load-Line mode. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] DO ...
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... the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] VRM Fixed Frequency Mode This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] This item adjusts the current and thermal of woorking VRM phase. Configuration options: [130] ~ [151] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2...
... the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] VRM Fixed Frequency Mode This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] This item adjusts the current and thermal of woorking VRM phase. Configuration options: [130] ~ [151] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2...
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... DIGI+ Key 1 2 3 1 Smart DIGI+ Key Quickly delivers an optimized VRM frequency, voltage, and current for superior CPU/DRAM overclocking performance with one click. 2 OC Now! Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support 4.3.2 DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to default settings. To launch DIGI+ Power...
... DIGI+ Key 1 2 3 1 Smart DIGI+ Key Quickly delivers an optimized VRM frequency, voltage, and current for superior CPU/DRAM overclocking performance with one click. 2 OC Now! Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support 4.3.2 DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to default settings. To launch DIGI+ Power...
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.... Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. 2 CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for...all the changes immediately Undoes all the changes 1 CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to enhance efficiency, stability, and performance for overclocking. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-5 CPU Power CPU Power offers precise digital power control for CPU and CPU/NB to adjust the voltage settings and control the ...
.... Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. 2 CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for...all the changes immediately Undoes all the changes 1 CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to enhance efficiency, stability, and performance for overclocking. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-5 CPU Power CPU Power offers precise digital power control for CPU and CPU/NB to adjust the voltage settings and control the ...
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...;�C�a�p��a�b�i�li�ty� Setting CPU/NB Current Capability to a higher value increases the overclocking frequency range of every phase component. Apply a higher value for CPU. Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to enlarge... overclocking potential. 9 CPU Power Duty Control CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of the DRAM Controller. ...
...;�C�a�p��a�b�i�li�ty� Setting CPU/NB Current Capability to a higher value increases the overclocking frequency range of every phase component. Apply a higher value for CPU. Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to enlarge... overclocking potential. 9 CPU Power Duty Control CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of the DRAM Controller. ...