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... code and your request please provide the name, model number and version, as source code archives, etc. to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for backup purposes, without intent to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Copies of these licenses are used only for which ... License Version ("LGPL") and/or other additional data, you want to this information. or (2) the serial number of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). If however you encounter any means, except documentation kept by sending a request to infringe. E7460 First Edition July 2012 Copyright © 2012...
... code and your request please provide the name, model number and version, as source code archives, etc. to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for backup purposes, without intent to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Copies of these licenses are used only for which ... License Version ("LGPL") and/or other additional data, you want to this information. or (2) the serial number of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). If however you encounter any means, except documentation kept by sending a request to infringe. E7460 First Edition July 2012 Copyright © 2012...
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... 3-22 3.7 Boot menu 3-25 3.8 Tools menu 3-27 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-27 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-27 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-27 3.9 Exit menu 3-28 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-29 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-29 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-32 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-33 Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information...
... 3-22 3.7 Boot menu 3-25 3.8 Tools menu 3-27 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-27 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-27 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-27 3.9 Exit menu 3-28 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-29 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-29 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-32 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-33 Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information...
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...Boost 4-9 Network iControl 4-10 FAN Xpert 4-14 Ai Charger 4-15 Probe II 4-16 Sensor Recorder 4-17 ASUS Update 4-19 MyLogo2 4-20 Audio configurations 4-22 RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item... 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation......... 5-7 5.2.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 5-8 Multiple GPU support 6.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology 6-1 6.1.1 Requirements 6-1 6.1.2 Before you begin 6-1 6.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics...
...Boost 4-9 Network iControl 4-10 FAN Xpert 4-14 Ai Charger 4-15 Probe II 4-16 Sensor Recorder 4-17 ASUS Update 4-19 MyLogo2 4-20 Audio configurations 4-22 RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item... 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation......... 5-7 5.2.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 5-8 Multiple GPU support 6.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology 6-1 6.1.1 Requirements 6-1 6.1.2 Before you begin 6-1 6.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics...
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These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as ...the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: RAID support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. ...
These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as ...the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: RAID support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. ...
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... on the next page) ix ASUS Noise Filter 1 x Asmedia® USB3.0 controller: - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue) AMD® SB950 Chipset: - 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at mid-board - M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio USB AMD®...
... on the next page) ix ASUS Noise Filter 1 x Asmedia® USB3.0 controller: - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue) AMD® SB950 Chipset: - 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at mid-board - M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio USB AMD®...
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M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (Purple) 1 x PS/2 Mouse (Green) 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 audio jacks for 8-channel audio 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support ..., UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serieal Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME...
M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (Purple) 1 x PS/2 Mouse (Green) 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 audio jacks for 8-channel audio 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support ..., UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serieal Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. M5A97 LE R2.0 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 motherboard SOCKET AM3+ User Manual User Guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. M5A97 LE R2.0 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 motherboard SOCKET AM3+ User Manual User Guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
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...; boosts image quality along with a realtime 3D-rendered previews within AMD Vision Engine Control Center. M5A97 LE R2.0 1-1 True USB 3.0 Support Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 5.0 Gbps with less power consumption. AMD Cool'n'QuietTM Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool'n'QuietTM technology which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency...
...; boosts image quality along with a realtime 3D-rendered previews within AMD Vision Engine Control Center. M5A97 LE R2.0 1-1 True USB 3.0 Support Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 5.0 Gbps with less power consumption. AMD Cool'n'QuietTM Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool'n'QuietTM technology which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency...
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...components in real-time-helping save power and money! 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS TurboV With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in different scenarios. USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 ...standard. It allows users to optimize performance under varied system conditions. EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system ...
...components in real-time-helping save power and money! 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS TurboV With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in different scenarios. USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 ...standard. It allows users to optimize performance under varied system conditions. EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system ...
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... faulty DIMMs, and helping with the elegant appearance! ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is ASUS unique fast-charging software that supports iPod, iPhone and iPad. ** Check your USB mobile device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. *** The actual charging speed.... ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give you a noiseless PC environment. Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0...
... faulty DIMMs, and helping with the elegant appearance! ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is ASUS unique fast-charging software that supports iPod, iPhone and iPad. ** Check your USB mobile device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. *** The actual charging speed.... ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give you a noiseless PC environment. Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0...
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...64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the same version or date code (D/C) from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may ...maps the total size of accessing information from the same vendor. For effective use a more details, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way...
...64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the same version or date code (D/C) from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may ...maps the total size of accessing information from the same vendor. For effective use a more details, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way...
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...pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMS. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. We suggest that ...you install the module into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the blue slots or ...
...pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMS. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. We suggest that ...you install the module into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the blue slots or ...
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...RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND M5A97 LE R2.0 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 M5A97 LE R2.0 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using these connectors, set the SATA_5-6 connectors to [IDE Mode] to ensure ...3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives.
...RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND M5A97 LE R2.0 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 M5A97 LE R2.0 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using these connectors, set the SATA_5-6 connectors to [IDE Mode] to ensure ...3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives.
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... USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC M5A97 LE R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND M5A97 LE R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector... of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1/2/3 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to 480Mbps connection speed. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-...
... USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC M5A97 LE R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND M5A97 LE R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector... of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1/2/3 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to 480Mbps connection speed. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-...
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Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. The S/PDIF module is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the ... section 3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. • The front panel audio I/O module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND M5A97 LE R2.0 SPDIF_OUT M5A97 LE R2.0 Digital audio connector Ensure that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to avail of Sound playback is purchased separately...
Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. The S/PDIF module is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the ... section 3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. • The front panel audio I/O module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND M5A97 LE R2.0 SPDIF_OUT M5A97 LE R2.0 Digital audio connector Ensure that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to avail of Sound playback is purchased separately...
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... (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 300 W. • DO NOT forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC M5A97 LE R2.0 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND PIN 1 +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3... Volts PIN 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts • For a fully ...
... (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 300 W. • DO NOT forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC M5A97 LE R2.0 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND PIN 1 +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3... Volts PIN 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts • For a fully ...
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Chapter 1 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction PWR Ground Reset Ground M5A97 LE R2.0 IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply M5A97 LE R2.0 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Connect ... depending on the BIOS settings. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to hear system beeps and...
Chapter 1 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction PWR Ground Reset Ground M5A97 LE R2.0 IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply M5A97 LE R2.0 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Connect ... depending on the BIOS settings. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to hear system beeps and...
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... value. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Chapter 3 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS...
... value. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Chapter 3 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS...
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... secure virtual mode will let you run multiple OS (guest) on Linux based systems to convert 32bit I/O to disable or enable the IOMMU. IOMMU is supported on the same physical hardware by decoupling OS and physical hardware with the hypervisor layer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Allows you...
... secure virtual mode will let you run multiple OS (guest) on Linux based systems to convert 32bit I/O to disable or enable the IOMMU. IOMMU is supported on the same physical hardware by decoupling OS and physical hardware with the hypervisor layer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Allows you...
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... Port4 to [RAID] and allows you to change the USB-related features. Disables the S.M.A.R.T feature. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can turn off feature. [Disabled]... Disables the function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Chapter 3 3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Legacy USB3.0 Support [Enabled] This item appears only when you set SATA Port1 - USB PORT 1 ~ 6 & 9-14 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3.5.6...
... Port4 to [RAID] and allows you to change the USB-related features. Disables the S.M.A.R.T feature. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can turn off feature. [Disabled]... Disables the function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Chapter 3 3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Legacy USB3.0 Support [Enabled] This item appears only when you set SATA Port1 - USB PORT 1 ~ 6 & 9-14 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3.5.6...