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xii Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. M5A97 R2.0 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 motherboard 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.
xii Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. M5A97 R2.0 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 motherboard 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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Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are the same for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for all models. 1. Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 1 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-1
Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are the same for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for all models. 1. Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 1 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-1
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2 M5A97 R2.0 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-3 3.
Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2 M5A97 R2.0 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-3 3.
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3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Chapter 2 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-5
3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Chapter 2 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-5
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2.1.7 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-11
2.1.7 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-11
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... 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices. • USB 2.0_1 port supports USB BIOS Flashback. Optical S/PDIF Out port 6. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-13 Chapter 2 Audio I /O connection Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports (USB 2.0 port1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 5. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** 4. USB 3.0 ports 1 and...
... 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices. • USB 2.0_1 port supports USB BIOS Flashback. Optical S/PDIF Out port 6. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-13 Chapter 2 Audio I /O connection Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports (USB 2.0 port1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 5. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** 4. USB 3.0 ports 1 and...
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2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-15
2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-15
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... protector. 5. Press the power switch for less than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the system chassis. 4. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-17 After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure...
... protector. 5. Press the power switch for less than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the system chassis. 4. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-17 After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure...
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The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-1 You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as M5A97R20.CAP for system startup in this motherboard. When downloading or updating... settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. 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 that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to run...
The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-1 You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as M5A97R20.CAP for system startup in this motherboard. When downloading or updating... settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. 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 that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to run...
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...access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press hot key for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-3 The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. Refer to the system. 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you ... the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Loads optimized default Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu (F8) button...
...access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press hot key for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-3 The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. Refer to the system. 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you ... the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Loads optimized default Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu (F8) button...
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... . Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-5 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is user-configurable, you can change the value of options. Navigation keys At the...
... . Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-5 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is user-configurable, you can change the value of options. Navigation keys At the...
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... when prompted. User Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you must enter the user password for accessing the system. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-7 Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in changing an administrator password, but press when prompted to see...
... when prompted. User Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you must enter the user password for accessing the system. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-7 Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in changing an administrator password, but press when prompted to see...
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Current Memory Frequency: xxxxMHz Displays the current memory frequency. Scroll down to display the following items. Scroll down to display the following items. Current CPU Speed: xxxxMHz Displays the current CPU speed. Current HT Link Speed: xxxxMHz Displays the current HT Link speed. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-9 Chapter 3 Current NB Frequency: xxxxMHz Displays the current NB frequency. Target CPU Speed: xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU speed.
Current Memory Frequency: xxxxMHz Displays the current memory frequency. Scroll down to display the following items. Scroll down to display the following items. Current CPU Speed: xxxxMHz Displays the current CPU speed. Current HT Link Speed: xxxxMHz Displays the current HT Link speed. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-9 Chapter 3 Current NB Frequency: xxxxMHz Displays the current NB frequency. Target CPU Speed: xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU speed.
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... Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to set power saving mode. Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-11 If this happens, revert to the default settings. 3.4.12 DRAM Driving Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM...
... Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to set power saving mode. Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-11 If this happens, revert to the default settings. 3.4.12 DRAM Driving Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM...
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... with a 0.005000V interval. The values range from 1.200000V to 2.500000V with a 0.005000V interval. 3.4.20 SB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-13 3.4.16 DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Southbridge voltage.
... with a 0.005000V interval. The values range from 1.200000V to 2.500000V with a 0.005000V interval. 3.4.20 SB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-13 3.4.16 DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Southbridge voltage.
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... memory hole. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Allows you to enable the channel memory interleaving. Configuration options: [PEG/PCI] [PCI/PEG] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-15 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Configuration Allows you to 64bit MMIO. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] Channel Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable...
... memory hole. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Allows you to enable the channel memory interleaving. Configuration options: [PEG/PCI] [PCI/PEG] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-15 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Configuration Allows you to 64bit MMIO. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] Channel Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable...
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... 0) [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] OHCI HC (Bus 0 Dev 20 Fn 5) [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] USB PORT 1 ~ 14 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-17 S.M.A.R.T.
... 0) [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] OHCI HC (Bus 0 Dev 20 Fn 5) [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] USB PORT 1 ~ 14 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-17 S.M.A.R.T.
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... configuration. [Enabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Azalia device. [Disabled] Disables the device. Power On By PS/2 Device [Disabled] Allows you set to [Enabled]. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-19 When this item is set the HD Audio Azalia Device item to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off or on the...
... configuration. [Enabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Azalia device. [Disabled] Disables the device. Power On By PS/2 Device [Disabled] Allows you set to [Enabled]. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-19 When this item is set the HD Audio Azalia Device item to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off or on the...
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... onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-21 Chapter 3 If the fan is not connected to display the other BIOS items. 3.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware...
... onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed. ASUS M5A97 R2.0 3-21 Chapter 3 If the fan is not connected to display the other BIOS items. 3.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware...