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... name, model number and version, as source code archives, etc. ASUSTeK is defaced or missing. If however you encounter any warranty to the extent permitted by sending a request to: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. or (2) the serial number of reproduction and shipment, which you want to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for free by downloading it shipped...
... name, model number and version, as source code archives, etc. ASUSTeK is defaced or missing. If however you encounter any warranty to the extent permitted by sending a request to: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. or (2) the serial number of reproduction and shipment, which you want to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for free by downloading it shipped...
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... Sensor Recorder 4-34 ASUS Update 4-36 MyLogo2 4-37 Audio configurations 4-39 Chapter 5: RAID support 5-1 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 in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 AMD® Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-6 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 5-6 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5-6 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation......... 5-7 5.2.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 5-8 Chapter 6: Multiple...
... Sensor Recorder 4-34 ASUS Update 4-36 MyLogo2 4-37 Audio configurations 4-39 Chapter 5: RAID support 5-1 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 in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 AMD® Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-6 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 5-6 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5-6 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation......... 5-7 5.2.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 5-8 Chapter 6: Multiple...
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..., ECC, Non-ECC, un-buffered Memory Dual channel memory architecture *Due to CPU spec., AMD 100 Series CPUs support up to 8-core Compatible with RAID 0,1,5 and 10 support (gray) - 1 x eSATA port 1 x ASMedia® PCIe SATA controller: - 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports (navy blue) Realtek® 8111F Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC 892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. **Due to...
..., ECC, Non-ECC, un-buffered Memory Dual channel memory architecture *Due to CPU spec., AMD 100 Series CPUs support up to 8-core Compatible with RAID 0,1,5 and 10 support (gray) - 1 x eSATA port 1 x ASMedia® PCIe SATA controller: - 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports (navy blue) Realtek® 8111F Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC 892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. **Due to...
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... Support DVD contents Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 4 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 2 in 1 Q-connector 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector I/O Shield User's manual Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to change...
... Support DVD contents Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 4 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 2 in 1 Q-connector 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector I/O Shield User's manual Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to change...
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... bus. It is compatible with AMD®'s latest AM3+ and multi-core CPUs to 5.2GT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and dual PCI Express™ 2.0 x16 graphics. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel - 4 USB 3.0 ports in the new 32nm manufacturing process. Enjoy faster throughput of either SLI™ or CrossFireX™. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 1-1 It features dualchannel DDR3 1866 memory support...
... bus. It is compatible with AMD®'s latest AM3+ and multi-core CPUs to 5.2GT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and dual PCI Express™ 2.0 x16 graphics. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel - 4 USB 3.0 ports in the new 32nm manufacturing process. Enjoy faster throughput of either SLI™ or CrossFireX™. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 1-1 It features dualchannel DDR3 1866 memory support...
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..., DTS Connect combines two enabling technologies. This is in regards to an external decoder. DTS Neo:PC™ upmixes stereo sources (CDs, MP3s, WMAs, internet radio) into as many as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to deliver audio to energy consumptions. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 1-5 Symmetry mode improves the balance of audio files. 1.1.6 Other special features External SATA The external SATA port located at the...
..., DTS Connect combines two enabling technologies. This is in regards to an external decoder. DTS Neo:PC™ upmixes stereo sources (CDs, MP3s, WMAs, internet radio) into as many as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to deliver audio to energy consumptions. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 1-5 Symmetry mode improves the balance of audio files. 1.1.6 Other special features External SATA The external SATA port located at the...
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... to boot after using the MemOK! switch does not function under Windows™ OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. switch to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 1-25 Chapter 1 Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard...
... to boot after using the MemOK! switch does not function under Windows™ OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. switch to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 1-25 Chapter 1 Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard...
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...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. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor CPU Ratio Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum EPU Power Saving Mode Auto Auto Auto Auto CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Auto Disabled Enabled Auto Disabled > DRAM Timing Control > DRAM Driving Control...
...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. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor CPU Ratio Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum EPU Power Saving Mode Auto Auto Auto Auto CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Auto Disabled Enabled Auto Disabled > DRAM Timing Control > DRAM Driving Control...
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... high memory frequency may cause the system to the default setting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-9 Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows user can manually adjust the maximum non-CPB mode CPU ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to [Enabled] for enhancing the system performance. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIe overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to your CPU model. Select any of CPU and DRAM for EMI control. Use the and keys to...
... high memory frequency may cause the system to the default setting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-9 Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows user can manually adjust the maximum non-CPB mode CPU ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to [Enabled] for enhancing the system performance. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIe overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to your CPU model. Select any of CPU and DRAM for EMI control. Use the and keys to...
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... POST. • For Windows® XP OS, you have to install the AHCI driver, so that you install the optical drive to the SATA connector 5 & eSATA and set them to [AHCI], the information of the SATA connectors 1-5 & eSATA can be seen only under the OS environment. • When the SATA Port1-Port 4 and the SATA Port5-eSATA items are set to [IDE] mode. SATA ESP on PORT1 [Disabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA ESP on PORT2 [Disabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA...
... POST. • For Windows® XP OS, you have to install the AHCI driver, so that you install the optical drive to the SATA connector 5 & eSATA and set them to [AHCI], the information of the SATA connectors 1-5 & eSATA can be seen only under the OS environment. • When the SATA Port1-Port 4 and the SATA Port5-eSATA items are set to [IDE] mode. SATA ESP on PORT1 [Disabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA ESP on PORT2 [Disabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA...
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... motherboard. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). Serial Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller. IRQ=3] Chapter 3 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] S3 Video Repost [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support...
... motherboard. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). Serial Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller. IRQ=3] Chapter 3 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] S3 Video Repost [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support...
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...to power on device to set CSM Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following four items appear only when you set Fast Boot to BIOS...] [Disabled] Disables the DirectKey function. Skip VGA [Disabled] Configuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] Skip USB [Disabled] Configuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] Skip PS2 [Disabled] Configuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] DirectKey [Go to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup...
...to power on device to set CSM Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following four items appear only when you set Fast Boot to BIOS...] [Disabled] Disables the DirectKey function. Skip VGA [Disabled] Configuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] Skip USB [Disabled] Configuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] Skip PS2 [Disabled] Configuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] DirectKey [Go to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup...
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...: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is available in the system's failure to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or performance. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and back ups the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. However, BIOS updating is no problem using a USB flash drive. 3. Carefully follow the instructions of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case...
...: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is available in the system's failure to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or performance. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and back ups the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. However, BIOS updating is no problem using a USB flash drive. 3. Carefully follow the instructions of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case...
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... at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults Chapter 3 3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Boot your computer. Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup ↑...
... at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults Chapter 3 3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Boot your computer. Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup ↑...
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... an item to open the folder of the support DVD are subject to your computer, browse the contents of supplementary user manuals. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to display the ASUS contact information. ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 4-1 Click the Contact tab to maximize the...
... an item to open the folder of the support DVD are subject to your computer, browse the contents of supplementary user manuals. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to display the ASUS contact information. ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 4-1 Click the Contact tab to maximize the...
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... network programs bandwidth Chapter 4 Tick to enable the current network program in use EZ Start: 1. Tick Set current network program as the highest priority to install the LAN drivers before using this function. • Network iControl is only supported under Windows® 7 and can only support the onboard LAN. 4.3.7 Network iControl ASUS Network iControl is set to ON. • When switched off, the Quick Connection, EZ Profile, and Info are disabled. • You may monitor...
... network programs bandwidth Chapter 4 Tick to enable the current network program in use EZ Start: 1. Tick Set current network program as the highest priority to install the LAN drivers before using this function. • Network iControl is only supported under Windows® 7 and can only support the onboard LAN. 4.3.7 Network iControl ASUS Network iControl is set to ON. • When switched off, the Quick Connection, EZ Profile, and Info are disabled. • You may monitor...
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Wait for download Current BIOS information Cancels all the changes Applies all the changes Scheduling the latest BIOS download 1. Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS file to check the latest BIOS firmware. Click Cancel to check for an update BIOS firmware available for the system to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is updated automatically. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 4-29 Sets the schedule for your computer's USB port. 1. In the Download Setting field...
Wait for download Current BIOS information Cancels all the changes Applies all the changes Scheduling the latest BIOS download 1. Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS file to check the latest BIOS firmware. Click Cancel to check for an update BIOS firmware available for the system to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is updated automatically. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 4-29 Sets the schedule for your computer's USB port. 1. In the Download Setting field...
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...motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. Refer to Chapter 3 for a RAID configuration: 1. To install the SATA hard disks for details on each drive. 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must enable the RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID sets using SATA HDDs. Go to RAID mode, all SATA ports run at RAID mode together. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Connect a SATA power cable to [RAID Mode]. 4. Save your changes, and then exit the BIOS Setup. Set the SATA Mode item to the power connector...
...motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. Refer to Chapter 3 for a RAID configuration: 1. To install the SATA hard disks for details on each drive. 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must enable the RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID sets using SATA HDDs. Go to RAID mode, all SATA ports run at RAID mode together. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Connect a SATA power cable to [RAID Mode]. 4. Save your changes, and then exit the BIOS Setup. Set the SATA Mode item to the power connector...
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Press during POST to create a RAID driver disk. 5. Insert the support DVD into the USB floppy disk drive, then press . 8. Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk. 3. Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click AMD AHCI/RAID 32/64bit xxxx Driver to enter the BIOS setup utility. 3. Select USB floppy disk drive as the primary boot device. 4. Write-protect the floppy disk to section 5.2.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive. 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS: 1. To work around this OS limitation, refer to...
Press during POST to create a RAID driver disk. 5. Insert the support DVD into the USB floppy disk drive, then press . 8. Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk. 3. Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click AMD AHCI/RAID 32/64bit xxxx Driver to enter the BIOS setup utility. 3. Select USB floppy disk drive as the primary boot device. 4. Write-protect the floppy disk to section 5.2.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive. 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS: 1. To work around this OS limitation, refer to...
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... loading the RAID driver from the support DVD to Drivers > RAID, and then select the RAID driver for Windows® Vista or later OS: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you to press the key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. To install the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation To install the RAID driver...
... loading the RAID driver from the support DVD to Drivers > RAID, and then select the RAID driver for Windows® Vista or later OS: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you to press the key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. To install the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation To install the RAID driver...