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... motherboards! Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS M5A99X EVO motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in your retailer. • The illustrated items above items is damaged or missing, contact your package ...
... motherboards! Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS M5A99X EVO motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in your retailer. • The illustrated items above items is damaged or missing, contact your package ...
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... to ensure optimized performance, extreme system stability and greater power efficiency. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of two onboard chips-EPU (Energy Processing Unit) and ... offers diverse and ease to use functions, with DIGI+ VRM The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered the use software package. ASUS M5A99X EVO 1-3 Get total system-wide energy optimization by half to enhance system stability through Auto Tuning and TurboV functions...
... to ensure optimized performance, extreme system stability and greater power efficiency. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of two onboard chips-EPU (Energy Processing Unit) and ... offers diverse and ease to use functions, with DIGI+ VRM The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered the use software package. ASUS M5A99X EVO 1-3 Get total system-wide energy optimization by half to enhance system stability through Auto Tuning and TurboV functions...
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...virtual surround, "Bass enhancement" provides stronger low frequency bass sound, and "Voice clarification" provides clear human dialogue even with ease. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is purchased separately. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents on the Go The Power eSATA solution combines ...you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to provide 5V power for the external SATA device. ASUS M5A99X EVO 1-5 This is European Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in ...
...virtual surround, "Bass enhancement" provides stronger low frequency bass sound, and "Voice clarification" provides clear human dialogue even with ease. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is purchased separately. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents on the Go The Power eSATA solution combines ...you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to provide 5V power for the external SATA device. ASUS M5A99X EVO 1-5 This is European Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in ...
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... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded...
... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded...
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... AAFP) 18. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-28 2-4 2-26 2-6 2-16 2-23 2-19 2-22 2-21 2-15 2-29 2-27 2-24 2-18 2-17 2-25 2-27 2-25 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-3 Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 8. JMicron JMB362 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_E1/E2) 9.
... AAFP) 18. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-28 2-4 2-26 2-6 2-16 2-23 2-19 2-22 2-21 2-15 2-29 2-27 2-24 2-18 2-17 2-25 2-27 2-25 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-3 Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 8. JMicron JMB362 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_E1/E2) 9.
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Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-5 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-5 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
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... • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1800 MHz capability for AMD AM3+ CPU Vendor CORSAIR CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL KINGSTON KINGSTON OCZ OCZ Super Talent...-20 9-9-9-24 1.5 • Team TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 1.6 • • ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-7 KHX1866C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip ...
... • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1800 MHz capability for AMD AM3+ CPU Vendor CORSAIR CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL KINGSTON KINGSTON OCZ OCZ Super Talent...-20 9-9-9-24 1.5 • Team TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 1.6 • • ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-7 KHX1866C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip ...
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...) VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x8 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x8 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-13 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 2 Slot No.
...) VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x8 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x8 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-13 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 2 Slot No.
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... RAM data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to enable C.P.R. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-15 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to clear the CMOS RTC RAM...
... RAM data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to enable C.P.R. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-15 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to clear the CMOS RTC RAM...
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... you change the switch setting 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 2 2. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting... will automatically optimize the system for the exact location of the TPU LED. • If you have made. TPU switch Turning this switch to Enable. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-17 Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds.
... you change the switch setting 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 2 2. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting... will automatically optimize the system for the exact location of the TPU LED. • If you have made. TPU switch Turning this switch to Enable. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-17 Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds.
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... (Power-on Self Test). The green LED lights up to locate the root problem within a second. This is a reminder that the system is solved. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-19 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs 1. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable...
... (Power-on Self Test). The green LED lights up to locate the root problem within a second. This is a reminder that the system is solved. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-19 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs 1. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable...
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... Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB950 controller. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-21 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode].
... Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB950 controller. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-21 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode].
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3. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-23 If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with this USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) This connector is available from your system chassis, with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to 480 MBps connection speed.
3. Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-23 If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with this USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) This connector is available from your system chassis, with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to 480 MBps connection speed.
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... damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394 bracket is purchased separately. Chapter 2 Never connect a USB cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-25 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to...
... damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394 bracket is purchased separately. Chapter 2 Never connect a USB cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-25 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to...
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...'s high-definition audio capability. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-27 8.
...'s high-definition audio capability. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-27 8.
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The IDE LED lights up when you to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-29 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. Connect the ...
The IDE LED lights up when you to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-29 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. Connect the ...
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DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 2 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-31 Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 2.3.2 1 CPU installation The AMD AM3+ socket is compatible with AMD AM3+ and AM3 processors.
DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 2 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-31 Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 2.3.2 1 CPU installation The AMD AM3+ socket is compatible with AMD AM3+ and AM3 processors.
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2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-35
2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-35
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ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-37 Doing so can damage the motherboard. 3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws!
ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-37 Doing so can damage the motherboard. 3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws!