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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ASUS I/O Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector • 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. xiii
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ASUS I/O Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector • 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. xiii
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... panels, allowing you to experience the convenience of the latest plug and play connectivity solution at speed up to ten times faster than USB 3.0. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-1 AMD® 990X Chipset AMD® 990X Chipset is optimized with less power consumption. Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support This...
... panels, allowing you to experience the convenience of the latest plug and play connectivity solution at speed up to ten times faster than USB 3.0. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-1 AMD® 990X Chipset AMD® 990X Chipset is optimized with less power consumption. Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support This...
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MemOK! Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-3 You can even use helpful utilities. USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology, which supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), automatically accelerates the data transfer speed of a USB 3.0 device up to ...through an existing LAN cable and route setup. It offers a total system-wide energy optimization, reduces fan noise, and extends the component's lifespan. 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features Remote GO! It provides a seamless environment for complete comfort and convenience. • File Transfer: Send and share files between your DLNA ...
MemOK! Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-3 You can even use helpful utilities. USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology, which supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), automatically accelerates the data transfer speed of a USB 3.0 device up to ...through an existing LAN cable and route setup. It offers a total system-wide energy optimization, reduces fan noise, and extends the component's lifespan. 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features Remote GO! It provides a seamless environment for complete comfort and convenience. • File Transfer: Send and share files between your DLNA ...
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...EMI). This unique module eliminates the trouble of Q-LED, Q-Slot, and Q-DIMM design speed up and simplify the DIY process! ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is capable of performing mult-channel encoding of DTS bitstreams on personal computers, and sending encoded bitstreams out of ... products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ease. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to an external decoder. DTS Connect To get the most popular PC audio setups-your DIY experience. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-5 All of connecting the system panel cables one at the ...
...EMI). This unique module eliminates the trouble of Q-LED, Q-Slot, and Q-DIMM design speed up and simplify the DIY process! ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is capable of performing mult-channel encoding of DTS bitstreams on personal computers, and sending encoded bitstreams out of ... products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ease. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to an external decoder. DTS Connect To get the most popular PC audio setups-your DIY experience. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-5 All of connecting the system panel cables one at the ...
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ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-7 1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-7 1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
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Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-9 The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount AM3+ socket designed for the AMD Opteron ...
Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-9 The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount AM3+ socket designed for the AMD Opteron ...
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... of the following: a) Use a maximum of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment....support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. To operate at the vendor-marked or at http://support.microsoft. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-11 The stability and compatibility of the memory modules depend on the motherboard. c) For more on the CPU's capabilities and other ...
... of the following: a) Use a maximum of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment....support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. To operate at the vendor-marked or at http://support.microsoft. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-11 The stability and compatibility of the memory modules depend on the motherboard. c) For more on the CPU's capabilities and other ...
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... • - 1.65 • • 9-9-9-27 - • 9-9-9-27 - • • 8-9-8-24 1.65 • • 10-10-10-27 1.5 • 9-9-9-24 1.65 • 9-9-9-24 1.65 • Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-13 A-DATA A-DATA AEXEA AEXEA Apacer AX3U2000GB2G9B (XMP) AX3U2000GC4G9B (XMP) AXA3ES2G2000LG 28V(XMP) AXA3ES4GK2000L G28V(XMP) 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) Asint SLA302G08-ML2HB (XMP) CORSAIR...
... • - 1.65 • • 9-9-9-27 - • 9-9-9-27 - • • 8-9-8-24 1.65 • • 10-10-10-27 1.5 • 9-9-9-24 1.65 • 9-9-9-24 1.65 • Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-13 A-DATA A-DATA AEXEA AEXEA Apacer AX3U2000GB2G9B (XMP) AX3U2000GC4G9B (XMP) AXA3ES2G2000LG 28V(XMP) AXA3ES4GK2000L G28V(XMP) 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) Asint SLA302G08-ML2HB (XMP) CORSAIR...
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...; • 1.5 • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • 1.5 • • - • • - • • - • • - • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-15 DS - - - DDR3 1800 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing SS A-DATA DS - 3CCD-1509A - 8-8-8-24 DS - - 7-9-7-21 DS - - - Chip NO.
...; • 1.5 • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • 1.5 • • - • • - • • - • • - • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-15 DS - - - DDR3 1800 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing SS A-DATA DS - 3CCD-1509A - 8-8-8-24 DS - - 7-9-7-21 DS - - - Chip NO.
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.../PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 2.0 x16_1 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 x16 (Recommend x8 x4 for single VGA) x8 x8 N/A ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-21 Chapter 1 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
.../PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 2.0 x16_1 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 x16 (Recommend x8 x4 for single VGA) x8 x8 N/A ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-21 Chapter 1 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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... anytime without entering the BIOS) when you to fine-tune performance when working on button to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-23 Chapter 1 DirectKey button (DirectKey) This feature allows your system. • Refer to enhance system performance. 1.
... anytime without entering the BIOS) when you to fine-tune performance when working on button to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-23 Chapter 1 DirectKey button (DirectKey) This feature allows your system. • Refer to enhance system performance. 1.
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... may change the switch setting to section 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback. 3. Refer to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is enabled. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-25 However, the system will use the last setting you change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the...
... may change the switch setting to section 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback. 3. Refer to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is enabled. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-25 However, the system will use the last setting you change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the...
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... reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to clear the Real Time...
... reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to clear the Real Time...
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BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The FLBK LED lights when the USB Flashback button is switched to Enable. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-29 TPU LED (O2LED1) The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is pressed for three seconds. 3. 2.
BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The FLBK LED lights when the USB Flashback button is switched to Enable. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-29 TPU LED (O2LED1) The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is pressed for three seconds. 3. 2.
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... 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-31 Refer to [AHCI Mode].
... 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-31 Refer to [AHCI Mode].
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Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-33 USB1112; Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors.... USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; 3. These ...
Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-33 USB1112; Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors.... USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; 3. These ...
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... components. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-35 These are not jumpers! CHA_FAN1/2/3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector ...supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 and CHA_FAN3 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the...
... components. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-35 These are not jumpers! CHA_FAN1/2/3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector ...supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 and CHA_FAN3 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the...
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... for details. • If you are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-37 com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. Find the proper...
... for details. • If you are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-37 com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. Find the proper...
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Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to the technical documentation that came with the button cable that supports the DirectKey function. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-39 TPM module is for details. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. Refer to this connector on ...
Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to the technical documentation that came with the button cable that supports the DirectKey function. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-39 TPM module is for details. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. Refer to this connector on ...
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Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 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. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 2-1 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. 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. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 2-1 The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for all models. 1.