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......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 1-10...
......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 1-10...
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..., DDR3 2133(O.C)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz, ECC, Non-ECC, un-buffered Memory Dual channel memory architecture *Due to CPU specifications, AMD® 100 Series CPUs support up to www.asus.com or user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) of AM3+/AM3 CPU. 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16... II - With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. **Due to 5200 MT/s; Dual at x8/x8 speed) 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot [Black] (at back I/O - Supports 192khz/ 24bit True BD Lossless Sound - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU...
..., DDR3 2133(O.C)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz, ECC, Non-ECC, un-buffered Memory Dual channel memory architecture *Due to CPU specifications, AMD® 100 Series CPUs support up to www.asus.com or user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) of AM3+/AM3 CPU. 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16... II - With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. **Due to 5200 MT/s; Dual at x8/x8 speed) 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot [Black] (at back I/O - Supports 192khz/ 24bit True BD Lossless Sound - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU...
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xii 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. x 9.6 in .
xii 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. x 9.6 in .
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Dual-Channel DDR3 2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz Support The motherboard supports the dual-channel DDR3 memory that enhances system performance. Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support This motherboard supports multi-GPU configurations of both the front and ... motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with up to 8-core native CPU cores, and AMD® CPUs in multiple GPU setups. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-1
Dual-Channel DDR3 2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz Support The motherboard supports the dual-channel DDR3 memory that enhances system performance. Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support This motherboard supports multi-GPU configurations of both the front and ... motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with up to 8-core native CPU cores, and AMD® CPUs in multiple GPU setups. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-1
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...% increase in , Line-out, and Mic jacks. 1.2.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with its New DIGI+ Power Control provides total CPU, memory, and SMART DIGI+ Key profile tuning and digital power solutions. Native SATA 6.0 Gb/s support With AMD® SB950 Southbridge natively support ...frequency and performance. With several power options coupled with the onboard programmable digital controllers. This evolutionary, innovative, and industry-leading ASUS technology provides the best control mechanism for new DRAM tuning possibilities to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. It includes two digital...
...% increase in , Line-out, and Mic jacks. 1.2.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with its New DIGI+ Power Control provides total CPU, memory, and SMART DIGI+ Key profile tuning and digital power solutions. Native SATA 6.0 Gb/s support With AMD® SB950 Southbridge natively support ...frequency and performance. With several power options coupled with the onboard programmable digital controllers. This evolutionary, innovative, and industry-leading ASUS technology provides the best control mechanism for new DRAM tuning possibilities to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. It includes two digital...
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...-friendly solution to automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system's bootup. EPU EPU (Energy Processing Unit), the ... together through the Auto Tuning and TurboV functions. AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to automatically connect to 170% faster than the standard USB 3.0 transfer speed. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-3
...-friendly solution to automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system's bootup. EPU EPU (Energy Processing Unit), the ... together through the Auto Tuning and TurboV functions. AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to automatically connect to 170% faster than the standard USB 3.0 transfer speed. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-3
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Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
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... into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-11 Check with the retailer to the Microsoft® support...
... into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-11 Check with the retailer to the Microsoft® support...
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...• • - • • - • • - • • - • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-15 DS - - - DS - - 9-9-9-28 DS Asint 302G08GG1C 9-9-9-27 SS ASint 302G08- - Size A-DATA A-DATA AM2U16BC2P1 2GB AX3U1600PC4G8 (XMP) 4GB A-DATA AEXEA ...XMP) Crucial BL12864BN1608.8FF (XMP) Crucial BL25664BN1608.16FF (XMP) Crucial BLT4G3D1608DT1TX0 .16FM(XMP) EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I16 (XMP) EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I16 (XMP) Elixir M2X2G64CB88G7N -DG(XMP) Elixir M2X4G64CB8HG5N -DG(XMP) 4GB 6GB (...
...• • - • • - • • - • • - • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-15 DS - - - DS - - 9-9-9-28 DS Asint 302G08GG1C 9-9-9-27 SS ASint 302G08- - Size A-DATA A-DATA AM2U16BC2P1 2GB AX3U1600PC4G8 (XMP) 4GB A-DATA AEXEA ...XMP) Crucial BL12864BN1608.8FF (XMP) Crucial BL25664BN1608.16FF (XMP) Crucial BLT4G3D1608DT1TX0 .16FM(XMP) EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I16 (XMP) EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I16 (XMP) Elixir M2X2G64CB88G7N -DG(XMP) Elixir M2X4G64CB8HG5N -DG(XMP) 4GB 6GB (...
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...slots or the black slots as one (1) module inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Single-sided DS - Chapter 1 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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...
...slots or the black slots as one (1) module inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Single-sided DS - Chapter 1 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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...
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... section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of failsafe settings. function. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 2. MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard... at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to test one set is not properly installed. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. • Refer to boot and load the BIOS default settings. switch does...
... section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of failsafe settings. function. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 2. MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard... at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to test one set is not properly installed. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. • Refer to boot and load the BIOS default settings. switch does...
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... turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 To erase the RTC RAM 1. For system failure due to pins 1-2. 3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to enable C.P.R. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and...
... turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 To erase the RTC RAM 1. For system failure due to pins 1-2. 3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to enable C.P.R. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and...
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... 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 shut...
... 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 shut...
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... runs the power-on the screen. Ensure that is ON, press the power button for more than four seconds to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on self tests (POST...
... runs the power-on the screen. Ensure that is ON, press the power button for more than four seconds to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on self tests (POST...
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...ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-3 To 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. EZ Mode Monday [03/25/2012] M5A99X EVO R2.0 BIOS Version : 0206 CPU Type : AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 910e Processor Total Memory...) Default(F5) Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode Normal mode Loads optimized default settings ASUS Optimal mode Quick switch to frequently used menus Displays the system properties of the Selects the boot device priority selected mode on ...
...ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-3 To 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. EZ Mode Monday [03/25/2012] M5A99X EVO R2.0 BIOS Version : 0206 CPU Type : AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 910e Processor Total Memory...) Default(F5) Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode Normal mode Loads optimized default settings ASUS Optimal mode Quick switch to frequently used menus Displays the system properties of the Selects the boot device priority selected mode on ...
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... For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio AMD Turbo Core Technology Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum EPU Power Saving Mode > OC Tuner CPU Ratio Auto... F7 hotkey. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Current CPU Speed : 3300MHz Target CPU Speed : 330MHz Current Memory Frequency : 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2600MHz Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Disabled: It might enhance CPU Bus ...
... For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio AMD Turbo Core Technology Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum EPU Power Saving Mode > OC Tuner CPU Ratio Auto... F7 hotkey. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Current CPU Speed : 3300MHz Target CPU Speed : 330MHz Current Memory Frequency : 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2600MHz Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Disabled: It might enhance CPU Bus ...
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... Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0206 x64 05/25/2012 CPU Information AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 910e Processor Memory Information Total Memory 2032 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) EC Version MBECI-0006 System Language English System Date System Time [Mon 0/04/2012] [16:46:15] Access Level Administrator...
... Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0206 x64 05/25/2012 CPU Information AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 910e Processor Memory Information Total Memory 2032 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) EC Version MBECI-0006 System Language English System Date System Time [Mon 0/04/2012] [16:46:15] Access Level Administrator...
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..., but press when prompted to display other BIOS items. UEFI BIOS Utility - Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio AMD Turbo Core Technology Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum EPU Power Saving Mode > OC Tuner Auto Auto Auto ...Scroll down to create/confirm the password. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Current CPU Speed : 3300MHz Target CPU Speed : 330MHz Current Memory Frequency : 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2600MHz Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Disabled: It might enhance CPU Bus ...
..., but press when prompted to display other BIOS items. UEFI BIOS Utility - Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio AMD Turbo Core Technology Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum EPU Power Saving Mode > OC Tuner Auto Auto Auto ...Scroll down to create/confirm the password. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Current CPU Speed : 3300MHz Target CPU Speed : 330MHz Current Memory Frequency : 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2600MHz Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Disabled: It might enhance CPU Bus ...
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... ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for EMI control. Use the and keys to your CPU model. Use the and keys to the default setting. If this happens, revert to adjust the ratio. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-9 This allows...
... ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for EMI control. Use the and keys to your CPU model. Use the and keys to the default setting. If this happens, revert to adjust the ratio. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-9 This allows...
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... LINUX based systems to convert 32bit I/O to show IOMMU Mode. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ North Bridge > Advanced North Bridge Configuration IOMMU > Memory Configuration Initiate Graphic Adapter Starting Address: 0 KB Ending Address: 2080768 KB Dimm0: Not Present Dimm1: size=2048 MB, speed=1066 MHz Dimm2: Not Present Dimm3...
... LINUX based systems to convert 32bit I/O to show IOMMU Mode. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ North Bridge > Advanced North Bridge Configuration IOMMU > Memory Configuration Initiate Graphic Adapter Starting Address: 0 KB Ending Address: 2080768 KB Dimm0: Not Present Dimm1: size=2048 MB, speed=1066 MHz Dimm2: Not Present Dimm3...