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... guide...vii 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 EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 Other special features 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.2.4 System memory...
... guide...vii 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 EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 Other special features 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.2.4 System memory...
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... 3.5.3 South Bridge Configuration 3-20 3.5.4 SATA Configuration 3-20 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-22 3.5.6 CPU Core On/Off Function 3-23 3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-24 3.5.8 APM 3-26 3.5.9 Network Stack 3-27 3.6 Monitor menu 3-28 3.7 Boot menu 3-31 3.8 Tools menu 3-33 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-33 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-33 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-34 3.9 Exit menu 3-35 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-36 3.10...
... 3.5.3 South Bridge Configuration 3-20 3.5.4 SATA Configuration 3-20 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-22 3.5.6 CPU Core On/Off Function 3-23 3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-24 3.5.8 APM 3-26 3.5.9 Network Stack 3-27 3.6 Monitor menu 3-28 3.7 Boot menu 3-31 3.8 Tools menu 3-33 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-33 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-33 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-34 3.9 Exit menu 3-35 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-36 3.10...
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... at back I/O - Blu-ray audio layer content protection - ASUS Noise Filter (continued on the next page) ix DTS UltraPC II - Supports 192khz/ 24bit True BD Lossless Sound - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN ...Audio AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX Series CPU up to DDR3 1066MHz. HyperTransport™ 3.0 4 x DIMM, ...
... at back I/O - Blu-ray audio layer content protection - ASUS Noise Filter (continued on the next page) ix DTS UltraPC II - Supports 192khz/ 24bit True BD Lossless Sound - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN ...Audio AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX Series CPU up to DDR3 1066MHz. HyperTransport™ 3.0 4 x DIMM, ...
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... 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 8 ports at mid-board for superior CPU/DRAM overclocking performance in one click ASUS EPU - MemOK! - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-DIMM - Precision Tweaker 2 - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary USB ASUS Unique Features 2 x ASMedia USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel) ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download...
... 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 8 ports at mid-board for superior CPU/DRAM overclocking performance in one click ASUS EPU - MemOK! - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-DIMM - Precision Tweaker 2 - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary USB ASUS Unique Features 2 x ASMedia USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel) ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download...
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ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x eSATA 6Gb/s ports [red] 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports [blue] 8 x USB ... HT voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.00625V increment - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary ASUS overclocking features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Ports Precision Tweaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDDNB: Adjustable CPU/NB voltage at 0.005V increment - vSB: Adjustable SB voltage at 0.005V increment SFS (Stepless Frequency...
ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x eSATA 6Gb/s ports [red] 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports [blue] 8 x USB ... HT voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.00625V increment - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary ASUS overclocking features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Ports Precision Tweaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDDNB: Adjustable CPU/NB voltage at 0.005V increment - vSB: Adjustable SB voltage at 0.005V increment SFS (Stepless Frequency...
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xiv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xiv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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...; 100 Series Processors (socket AM3+/AM3) This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with up to 8-core native CPU cores, and AMD® CPUs in multiple GPU setups. It is designed to support up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT ... applications. This motherboard features the AMD® 990X/SB950 platform, optimizing PCIe allocation in the new 32nm manufacturing process. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-1 It provides better overclocking capabilities with AMD®'s latest AM3+ and multi-core CPUs to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of...
...; 100 Series Processors (socket AM3+/AM3) This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with up to 8-core native CPU cores, and AMD® CPUs in multiple GPU setups. It is designed to support up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT ... applications. This motherboard features the AMD® 990X/SB950 platform, optimizing PCIe allocation in the new 32nm manufacturing process. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-1 It provides better overclocking capabilities with AMD®'s latest AM3+ and multi-core CPUs to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of...
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... SMART DIGI+ Key profile tuning and digital power solutions. This evolutionary, innovative, and industry-leading ASUS technology provides the best control mechanism for better CPU/NB loadline calibration performance and 30% more confusion of the DDR3 memory modules for better efficiency, stability... AMD AM3+ motherboards, and allows ultra-precise DRAM tuning anad ultra-precise CPU control. It also provides enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of power management design, ASUS gives you into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection,...
... SMART DIGI+ Key profile tuning and digital power solutions. This evolutionary, innovative, and industry-leading ASUS technology provides the best control mechanism for better CPU/NB loadline calibration performance and 30% more confusion of the DDR3 memory modules for better efficiency, stability... AMD AM3+ motherboards, and allows ultra-precise DRAM tuning anad ultra-precise CPU control. It also provides enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of power management design, ASUS gives you into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection,...
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...CPU frequencies and ratios for a futuristic connected lifestyle with only a right click on the mouse. * iPad/iPhone can even use helpful utilities. MemOK!, the remarkably memory rescue tool, allows you to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via Wi-Fi. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2....0 1-3 AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE ...
...CPU frequencies and ratios for a futuristic connected lifestyle with only a right click on the mouse. * iPad/iPhone can even use helpful utilities. MemOK!, the remarkably memory rescue tool, allows you to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via Wi-Fi. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2....0 1-3 AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE ...
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... and cooling experience with dual selectable modes and native support for your system to go to press key during bootup. ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds based on and turn off your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. With...
... and cooling experience with dual selectable modes and native support for your system to go to press key during bootup. ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds based on and turn off your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. With...
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... audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 20. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 16 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 17. TPU switch 8. AM3+/AM3 CPU Socket 3. CPU, CPU optional, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 9. USB BIOS Flashback button 19.
... audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 20. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 16 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 17. TPU switch 8. AM3+/AM3 CPU Socket 3. CPU, CPU optional, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 9. USB BIOS Flashback button 19.
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... the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-9 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount AM3+ socket designed for the AMD Opteron processor. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from...
... the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-9 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount AM3+ socket designed for the AMD Opteron processor. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from...
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...which is the standard way of the same version or date code (D/C) from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-11 com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, ... single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. Under the default state, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs. • Due to the Microsoft® support site at a lower frequency than...
...which is the standard way of the same version or date code (D/C) from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-11 com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, ... single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. Under the default state, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs. • Due to the Microsoft® support site at a lower frequency than...
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... configuration. Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one 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 any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration...
... configuration. Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one 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 any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration...
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... RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. For system failure due to overclocking. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to enable C.P.R. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 function. 1.2.7 Jumpers 1. Move the jumper cap from pins...
... RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. For system failure due to overclocking. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to enable C.P.R. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 function. 1.2.7 Jumpers 1. Move the jumper cap from pins...
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... introduction This is a reminder that the system is solved. The illustration below shows the location of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drive.s If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up to indicate that you should...
... introduction This is a reminder that the system is solved. The illustration below shows the location of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drive.s If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up to indicate that you should...
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... the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. CPU, CPU optional, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-35 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO... the ground pin 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 plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. CPU_OPT; 5.
... the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. CPU, CPU optional, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-35 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO... the ground pin 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 plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. CPU_OPT; 5.
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Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1 2 3 Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1.2 CPU installation The AMD AM3+ socket is compatible with AMD AM3+ and AM3 processors.
Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1 2 3 Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1.2 CPU installation The AMD AM3+ socket is compatible with AMD AM3+ and AM3 processors.
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 2-5 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 2-5 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
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...only when the boot device is installed to the system. Refer to decide the boot priority. EZ Mode Monday [03/25/2012] M5A99X EVO R2.0 BIOS Version : 0206 CPU Type : AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 910e Processor Total Memory : 2048 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode English Speed : ...speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/CPU_ OPT/Chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode UEFI BIOS Utility - ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-3 The EZ Mode ...
...only when the boot device is installed to the system. Refer to decide the boot priority. EZ Mode Monday [03/25/2012] M5A99X EVO R2.0 BIOS Version : 0206 CPU Type : AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 910e Processor Total Memory : 2048 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode English Speed : ...speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/CPU_ OPT/Chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode UEFI BIOS Utility - ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-3 The EZ Mode ...