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...M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.2.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control..... 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-4 1.1.5 ASUS... I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback 2-12 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections...
...M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.2.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control..... 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-4 1.1.5 ASUS... I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback 2-12 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections...
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Profile 3-34 3.9 Exit menu 3-35 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-36 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-36 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-39 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-41 Chapter 4: Software support 4-1 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 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 DIGI+ Power Control 4-4 4.3.3 TurboV EVO 4-8 iv 2.4 Starting up for the first...
Profile 3-34 3.9 Exit menu 3-35 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-36 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-36 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-39 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-41 Chapter 4: Software support 4-1 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 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 DIGI+ Power Control 4-4 4.3.3 TurboV EVO 4-8 iv 2.4 Starting up for the first...
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4.3.4 4.3.5 4.3.6 4.3.7 4.3.8 4.3.9 4.3.10 4.3.11 4.3.12 4.3.13 4.3.14 4.3.15 EPU 4-12 Remote GO 4-13 USB 3.0 Boost 4-24 Network iControl 4-25 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-29 FAN Xpert 4-31 Ai Charger 4-32 Probe II 4-33 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...
4.3.4 4.3.5 4.3.6 4.3.7 4.3.8 4.3.9 4.3.10 4.3.11 4.3.12 4.3.13 4.3.14 4.3.15 EPU 4-12 Remote GO 4-13 USB 3.0 Boost 4-24 Network iControl 4-25 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-29 FAN Xpert 4-31 Ai Charger 4-32 Probe II 4-33 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...
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...package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the ...to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter ...
...package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the ...to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter ...
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... - Auto Tuning, TurboV, TPU switch ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - MemOK! - ASUS O.C. Multi-language BIOS - Network iControl - AI Suite II - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS MyLogo 2 - ASUS CPU Power Utility DRAM Power - EPU - ASUS Q-DIMM - Front Panel USB 3.0 Support - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary USB ASUS Unique Features 2 x ASMedia USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB...
... - Auto Tuning, TurboV, TPU switch ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - MemOK! - ASUS O.C. Multi-language BIOS - Network iControl - AI Suite II - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS MyLogo 2 - ASUS CPU Power Utility DRAM Power - EPU - ASUS Q-DIMM - Front Panel USB 3.0 Support - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary USB ASUS Unique Features 2 x ASMedia USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB...
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M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary ASUS overclocking features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Ports Precision Tweaker 2: - vNB: Adjustable NB voltage at 0.00625V increment - vNB HT bus: Adjustable HT voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.00625V increment - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDDNB: Adjustable CPU/NB voltage at 0.005V increment - ASUS...to 600MHz at 1MHz increment - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to USB BIOS Flashback) 6 x Audio jacks for 8-channel Audio 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports ...
M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary ASUS overclocking features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Ports Precision Tweaker 2: - vNB: Adjustable NB voltage at 0.00625V increment - vNB HT bus: Adjustable HT voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.00625V increment - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDDNB: Adjustable CPU/NB voltage at 0.005V increment - ASUS...to 600MHz at 1MHz increment - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to USB BIOS Flashback) 6 x Audio jacks for 8-channel Audio 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports ...
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xii x 9.6 in . M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary BIOS features Manageability 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 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 without notice.
xii x 9.6 in . M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary BIOS features Manageability 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 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 without notice.
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... and Mic jacks. 1.2.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with the onboard programmable digital controllers. Chapter 1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Bundled with the ASUS AI Suite II utility, the New DIGI+ Power Control has been upgraded and optimized for various overclocking scenarios with New DIGI+ Power Control ... SMART DIGI+ Key Propelling 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. Explore for new DRAM tuning possibilities to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates...
... and Mic jacks. 1.2.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with the onboard programmable digital controllers. Chapter 1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Bundled with the ASUS AI Suite II utility, the New DIGI+ Power Control has been upgraded and optimized for various overclocking scenarios with New DIGI+ Power Control ... SMART DIGI+ Key Propelling 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. Explore for new DRAM tuning possibilities to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates...
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...and native support for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. It offers you with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS heat-pipe gives you can enter the BIOS anytime without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. It also allows you with its ... resulting to a quiet and cool computing environment. 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you to regularly check for about three...
...and native support for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. It offers you with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS heat-pipe gives you can enter the BIOS anytime without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. It also allows you with its ... resulting to a quiet and cool computing environment. 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you to regularly check for about three...
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... external devices. All of connecting the system panel cables one at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-5 Symmetry mode improves the balance of perceived loudness across all formats and quality levels, DTS Connect combines two enabling technologies, DTS Neo... stereo sources (CDs, MP3s, WMAs, internet radio) into as many as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to deliver audio to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. 1.1.6 Other special features External SATA The external SATA port located at a time...
... external devices. All of connecting the system panel cables one at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-5 Symmetry mode improves the balance of perceived loudness across all formats and quality levels, DTS Connect combines two enabling technologies, DTS Neo... stereo sources (CDs, MP3s, WMAs, internet radio) into as many as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to deliver audio to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. 1.1.6 Other special features External SATA The external SATA port located at a time...
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CPU_OPT; DDR3 DIMM slots 5. DirectKey button (DirectKey) 15. MemOK! USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 9. TPM header (20-1 pin TPM) 18. USB BIOS Flashback button 19. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 20. CHA_FAN1/2/3) 4. AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [gray]) 10. Standby Power LED ...
CPU_OPT; DDR3 DIMM slots 5. DirectKey button (DirectKey) 15. MemOK! USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 9. TPM header (20-1 pin TPM) 18. USB BIOS Flashback button 19. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 20. CHA_FAN1/2/3) 4. AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [gray]) 10. Standby Power LED ...
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...for details about setting the DirectKey default function. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-23 Chapter 1 It also allows you press the DirectKey button, your system will shut down. DirectKey button (DirectKey) This feature allows your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. Press the DirectKey button again ... for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. This is on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system to go through POST (without having to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or ...
...for details about setting the DirectKey default function. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-23 Chapter 1 It also allows you press the DirectKey button, your system will shut down. DirectKey button (DirectKey) This feature allows your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. Press the DirectKey button again ... for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. This is on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system to go through POST (without having to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or ...
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... to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. • Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the system to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the... at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to test one set is not properly installed. function. • The MemOK! function. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot and load the BIOS default settings. button Installing...
... to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. • Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the system to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the... at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to test one set is not properly installed. function. • The MemOK! function. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot and load the BIOS default settings. button Installing...
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... when the switch setting is updated automatically. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-25 However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the switch setting to enable or disable the EPU function. USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback button allows you to Enable under the... EPU function will use the last setting you have made. For more details about the USB BIOS Flashback button, refer to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is enabled. EPU switch This switch allows you to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location...
... when the switch setting is updated automatically. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-25 However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the switch setting to enable or disable the EPU function. USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback button allows you to Enable under the... EPU function will use the last setting you have made. For more details about the USB BIOS Flashback button, refer to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is enabled. EPU switch This switch allows you to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location...
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... the last setting you to Enable under the OS environment, the TPU function will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Chapter 1 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction TPU switch This switch allows you have...
... the last setting you to Enable under the OS environment, the TPU function will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Chapter 1 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction TPU switch This switch allows you have...
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..., and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above Do not help, remove the onboard...
..., and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above Do not help, remove the onboard...
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BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The FLBK LED lights when the USB Flashback button is switched to Enable. TPU LED (O2LED1) The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is pressed for three seconds. 3. 2. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-29
BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The FLBK LED lights when the USB Flashback button is switched to Enable. TPU LED (O2LED1) The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is pressed for three seconds. 3. 2. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-29
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...or [IDE Mode] to ensure that the system recognizes your ODD device. • When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. Refer to [AHCI Mode]. If you installed Serial ATA hard... only if you are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB950 controller. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-31 AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [gray...
...or [IDE Mode] to ensure that the system recognizes your ODD device. • When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. Refer to [AHCI Mode]. If you installed Serial ATA hard... only if you are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB950 controller. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-31 AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [gray...
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... audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Azalia Front Panel item in the BIOS setup to avail of the system chassis.
... audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Azalia Front Panel item in the BIOS setup to avail of the system chassis.
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... warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. 10. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in...
... warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. 10. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in...