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Profile 3-28 3.9 Exit menu 3-29 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-30 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-30 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-33 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-35 Chapter 4: Software support 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 iv ...
Profile 3-28 3.9 Exit menu 3-29 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-30 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-30 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-33 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-35 Chapter 4: Software support 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 iv ...
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...includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to the following parts: ...contents of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ ...
...includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to the following parts: ...contents of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ ...
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... 2, 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. M5A99X EVO specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo...
... 2, 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. M5A99X EVO specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo...
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...you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through the most common PC audio setups-your existing stereo speakers ... Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to the motherboard. ASUS M5A99X EVO 1-5 DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5.1 surround experience through product design and innovation to update the BIOS without the need of connecting the system panel cables one at a ...
...you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through the most common PC audio setups-your existing stereo speakers ... Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to the motherboard. ASUS M5A99X EVO 1-5 DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5.1 surround experience through product design and innovation to update the BIOS without the need of connecting the system panel cables one at a ...
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... process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. function. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. Chapter 2 • Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs...
... process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. function. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. Chapter 2 • Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs...
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... program is provided for reference purposes only, and may result to instability or failure to enter the Setup utility. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as their operating system. Otherwise, POST continues with the same ... as possible. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with its test routines. If you want to use as easy to restart the system. Users can also turn the system off and then turn it back on your screen. • Ensure that requires further BIOS settings or update.
... program is provided for reference purposes only, and may result to instability or failure to enter the Setup utility. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as their operating system. Otherwise, POST continues with the same ... as possible. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with its test routines. If you want to use as easy to restart the system. Users can also turn the system off and then turn it back on your screen. • Ensure that requires further BIOS settings or update.
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Profile Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. When you press , a confirmation message appears. For more details, refer to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility > ASUS SPD Information > ASUS O.C. Use the left/right arrow key to select...
Profile Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. When you press , a confirmation message appears. For more details, refer to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility > ASUS SPD Information > ASUS O.C. Use the left/right arrow key to select...
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... to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Chapter 3 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Profile This item allows you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. Profile > Advanced O.C. 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. UEFI BIOS Utility - Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. �K�e�y��...
... to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Chapter 3 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Profile This item allows you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. Profile > Advanced O.C. 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. UEFI BIOS Utility - Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. �K�e�y��...
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... motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is no problem using this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary. If there is a utility that allows you to : • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update > ASUS Update...
... motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is no problem using this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary. If there is a utility that allows you to : • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update > ASUS Update...
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... image appearing on the screen. 3. If you want to continue. 5. Select the BIOS version that you to download. Click Next. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. 2. You can decide whether to complete the update process. ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-31 Chapter 3 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to change the boot logo or No...
... image appearing on the screen. 3. If you want to continue. 5. Select the BIOS version that you to download. Click Next. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. 2. You can decide whether to complete the update process. ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-31 Chapter 3 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to change the boot logo or No...
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... DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to change the BIOS boot logo. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Locate the BIOS file from file, and...
... DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to change the BIOS boot logo. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Locate the BIOS file from file, and...
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...65533;�r�m� the BIOS update process. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.02 Flash Info MODEL: M5A99X EVO fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ fs1.../PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 3. Press to switch to the Drive field. 4. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-33 Reboot the system when the update process is done. 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1.
...65533;�r�m� the BIOS update process. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.02 Flash Info MODEL: M5A99X EVO fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ fs1.../PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 3. Press to switch to the Drive field. 4. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-33 Reboot the system when the update process is done. 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1.
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See section 3.9 Exit Menu for details. Chapter 3 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to prevent system boot failure!
See section 3.9 Exit Menu for details. Chapter 3 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to prevent system boot failure!
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... USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http:// support.asus.com and save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to boot using defaults 3. C:\>d: D:\> Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-35 This utility also allows you...
... USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http:// support.asus.com and save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to boot using defaults 3. C:\>d: D:\> Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-35 This utility also allows you...
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...filename] is done! When BIOS backup is done, press any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: M5A99X EVO VER: 0204 DATE: 08/05/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER:... Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is any key to return to the DOS prompt. Note Saving...
...filename] is done! When BIOS backup is done, press any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: M5A99X EVO VER: 0204 DATE: 08/05/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER:... Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is any key to return to the DOS prompt. Note Saving...
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... or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to update BIOS? Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-37 BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. When BIOS update is done, press to select...
... or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to update BIOS? Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-37 BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. When BIOS update is done, press to select...
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... AI Suite II main menu bar. ASUS M5A99X EVO 4-3 The AI Suite II icon appears in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4 Click to customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU...
... AI Suite II main menu bar. ASUS M5A99X EVO 4-3 The AI Suite II icon appears in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4 Click to customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU...