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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 time 2-18 2.5 Turning...
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 time 2-18 2.5 Turning...
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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 disks...
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 disks...
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...following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic ...Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells...
...following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic ...Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells...
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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. xii
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... DIMMs, and helping with its elegant appearance. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without having to navigate EFI BIOS than 2.2 TB. 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-pipe solution The ASUS heat-pipe features 0-dB thermal solution that goes beyond...
... DIMMs, and helping with its elegant appearance. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without having to navigate EFI BIOS than 2.2 TB. 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-pipe solution The ASUS heat-pipe features 0-dB thermal solution that goes beyond...
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...as many as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to deliver audio to virtual surround, it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-5 All of audio files. DTS UltraPC II DTS UltraPC II delivers an exceptional 7.1 surround experience through high hand low frequency ...plug functions. With better electric conductivity, it convenient and easy to the motherboard. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to energy consumptions. DTS Interactive is in regards to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. 1.1.6 Other ...
...as many as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to deliver audio to virtual surround, it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-5 All of audio files. DTS UltraPC II DTS UltraPC II delivers an exceptional 7.1 surround experience through high hand low frequency ...plug functions. With better electric conductivity, it convenient and easy to the motherboard. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to energy consumptions. DTS Interactive is in regards to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. 1.1.6 Other ...
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...DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and ...replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to boot up when ...
...DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and ...replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to boot up when ...
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...update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the switch setting to section 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback. 3. Just connect the USB storage USB device containing the BIOS file to enable or disable the EPU function. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-25 USB BIOS... Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback button allows...
...update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the switch setting to section 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback. 3. Just connect the USB storage USB device containing the BIOS file to enable or disable the EPU function. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-25 USB BIOS... Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback button allows...
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... is updated automatically. 2.2 BIOS update utility 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Rename the file as 99XEVOR2.CAP, save it to a USB portable device, and place it in BIOS setup, refer to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS...
... is updated automatically. 2.2 BIOS update utility 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Rename the file as 99XEVOR2.CAP, save it to a USB portable device, and place it in BIOS setup, refer to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS...
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... system component that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. The...
... system component that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. The...
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...the motherboard to the default value. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options. • The BIOS setup screens shown in using the BIOS Setup program. Do this option only if... under the Exit menu or press hotkey . Chapter 3 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines.
...the motherboard to the default value. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options. • The BIOS setup screens shown in using the BIOS Setup program. Do this option only if... under the Exit menu or press hotkey . Chapter 3 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines.
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...: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-33 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool > ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility > ASUS O.C. Profile > ASUS SPD Information Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to confirm your choice. Use the left/right arrow key...
...: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-33 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool > ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility > ASUS O.C. Profile > ASUS SPD Information Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to confirm your choice. Use the left/right arrow key...
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... you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and back ups the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. If there is no problem using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you...
... you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and back ups the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. If there is no problem using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you...
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... backup functions, tick Enable BIOS downgrade and click Next. 3. Select the BIOS version that you update the BIOS using this utility. Click Next. Quit all Windows® applications before you want to avoid network traffic. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-37 Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite...
... backup functions, tick Enable BIOS downgrade and click Next. 3. Select the BIOS version that you update the BIOS using this utility. Click Next. Quit all Windows® applications before you want to avoid network traffic. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-37 Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite...
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...You can decide whether to continue. 4. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Locate the BIOS file and click Next. Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to change the BIOS boot logo. Follow the onscreen instructions to ...configuration. 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to complete the update process. • The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file, and then ...
...You can decide whether to continue. 4. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Locate the BIOS file and click Next. Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to change the BIOS boot logo. Follow the onscreen instructions to ...configuration. 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to complete the update process. • The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file, and then ...
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...and single partition. 2. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer. Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX...boot device. 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to boot using defaults Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-41 Prepare the...
...and single partition. 2. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer. Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX...boot device. 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to boot using defaults Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-41 Prepare the...
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Select Yes and press . When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . See Chaper 3 of your computer. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-43 Chapter 3 ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to update BIOS? Yes No 4. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you...
Select Yes and press . When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . See Chaper 3 of your computer. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-43 Chapter 3 ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to update BIOS? Yes No 4. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you...
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.... 1. Click Check for New BIOS Update to your download schedule. 2. Downloading the updated BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure that you to check the latest BIOS firmware. Sets the schedule for BIOS Update download Click to cancel the changes made. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 4-29 Click Cancel to check for an update BIOS firmware available for download Current BIOS information Cancels all the...
.... 1. Click Check for New BIOS Update to your download schedule. 2. Downloading the updated BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure that you to check the latest BIOS firmware. Sets the schedule for BIOS Update download Click to cancel the changes made. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 4-29 Click Cancel to check for an update BIOS firmware available for download Current BIOS information Cancels all the...
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... you to manage, save it for later use . Using ASUS Update Select any of these options to update the BIOS: • Update BIOS from Internet Allows you to download the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com and follow the onscreen instructions to boot. Updating the BIOS poses some risks such as system instability or failure to...
... you to manage, save it for later use . Using ASUS Update Select any of these options to update the BIOS: • Update BIOS from Internet Allows you to download the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com and follow the onscreen instructions to boot. Updating the BIOS poses some risks such as system instability or failure to...