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... Auto Tuning, TurboV, TPU switch ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Q-DIMM - MemOK! - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - Precision Tweaker 2 - vDDNB: Adjustable CPU/NB voltage at 0.00625V increment - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - vNB: Adjustable NB voltage at 0.00625V increment - M5A99X EVO specifications summary IEEE 1394 ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features VIA® 6308P controller...
... Auto Tuning, TurboV, TPU switch ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Q-DIMM - MemOK! - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - Precision Tweaker 2 - vDDNB: Adjustable CPU/NB voltage at 0.00625V increment - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - vNB: Adjustable NB voltage at 0.00625V increment - M5A99X EVO specifications summary IEEE 1394 ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features VIA® 6308P controller...
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.../ 1866 / 1800 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to high speed connectivity. The M5A99X EVO affords greater convenience to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of USB 3.0 without relegating cables or hard...-to enjoy a never beforeexperienced brand new gaming style. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel - 4 USB ...1866 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in total. This allows you ...
.../ 1866 / 1800 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to high speed connectivity. The M5A99X EVO affords greater convenience to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of USB 3.0 without relegating cables or hard...-to enjoy a never beforeexperienced brand new gaming style. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel - 4 USB ...1866 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in total. This allows you ...
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... system stability, and greater power efficiency. 2X Precise Power Control ASUS DIGI+ VRM delivers twice the precision power, intelligently adjusting PWM voltage and frequency modulation to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This... to a digital standard. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! AI Suite II With its full potential. ASUS M5A99X EVO 1-3 It also adjusts frequencies dynamically, cutting radiation interference by automatically detecting current PC loadings...
... system stability, and greater power efficiency. 2X Precise Power Control ASUS DIGI+ VRM delivers twice the precision power, intelligently adjusting PWM voltage and frequency modulation to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This... to a digital standard. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! AI Suite II With its full potential. ASUS M5A99X EVO 1-3 It also adjusts frequencies dynamically, cutting radiation interference by automatically detecting current PC loadings...
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... to the Microsoft® support site at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 MHz capability for the dual-channel configuration. Chapter... do any of the following: - Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to install 4GB or more memory on its Serial ...CPU spec., AMD AM3 100 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). •...
... to the Microsoft® support site at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 MHz capability for the dual-channel configuration. Chapter... do any of the following: - Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to install 4GB or more memory on its Serial ...CPU spec., AMD AM3 100 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). •...
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...RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re- Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. function. Chapter 2 To erase the RTC RAM 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS... the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-15 Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. enter data. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the...
...RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re- Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. function. Chapter 2 To erase the RTC RAM 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS... the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-15 Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. enter data. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the...
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...switch to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to test one set of failsafe settings. It takes about... 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace ...
...switch to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to test one set of failsafe settings. It takes about... 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace ...
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BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that a USB mouse is connected to your screen. • Ensure that are for reference...the system. See section 3.9 Exit Menu for information on the screen during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to ensure optimum performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-1 The term "BIOS" in this section are needed for BIOS item modification. Press during the system bootup and requests you with its test routines...
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that a USB mouse is connected to your screen. • Ensure that are for reference...the system. See section 3.9 Exit Menu for information on the screen during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to ensure optimum performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-1 The term "BIOS" in this section are needed for BIOS item modification. Press during the system bootup and requests you with its test routines...
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.... For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-3 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for the detailed...items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings.
.... For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-3 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for the detailed...items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings.
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... Target CPU Speed : 3400MHz Current Memory Frequency: 1066MHz Current NB Frequency : 1200MHz Current HT Link Speed : 1200MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto OC Tuner CANCEL CPU Ratio Auto Memory Frequency Auto CPU/NB Frequency Auto HT Link Speed Auto [D.O.C.P.] When DOCP...optimized. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-7 F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen DIGI+ VRM CPU...
... Target CPU Speed : 3400MHz Current Memory Frequency: 1066MHz Current NB Frequency : 1200MHz Current HT Link Speed : 1200MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto OC Tuner CANCEL CPU Ratio Auto Memory Frequency Auto CPU/NB Frequency Auto HT Link Speed Auto [D.O.C.P.] When DOCP...optimized. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-7 F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen DIGI+ VRM CPU...
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...1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances CPU bus frequency overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. If this happens, revert to your CPU model. The valid value ranges vary according to ...the default setting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU/NB frequency. Select any of CPU and DRAM for the system. CPU/NB ...
...1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances CPU bus frequency overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. If this happens, revert to your CPU model. The valid value ranges vary according to ...the default setting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU/NB frequency. Select any of CPU and DRAM for the system. CPU/NB ...
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... Reducing phase number under heavy system loading to get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-11 To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the numeric ...Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] CPU Currrent Capability [Auto] This item provides wider total power range for overclocking. Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance ...
... Reducing phase number under heavy system loading to get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO 3-11 To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the numeric ...Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] CPU Currrent Capability [Auto] This item provides wider total power range for overclocking. Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance ...
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...affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. 4. CPU/NB Current Capability Setting CPU/NB Current Capability to get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. 2. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support CPU ... CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of the DRAM Controller. 6. 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss. Reduce phase number under...
...affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. 4. CPU/NB Current Capability Setting CPU/NB Current Capability to get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. 2. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support CPU ... CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of the DRAM Controller. 6. 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss. Reduce phase number under...
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...Windows starts. Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A99X EVO 4-5 4.3.3 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to overclock the CPU Bus/PEG frequency, CPU voltage, CPU/NB voltage, and DRAM voltage in WIndows® ... will not be saved to show / hide more detailed adjustments in real-time without applying Applies all changes immediately For advanced overclock ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more settings Click to restore all start-up . �A�f�...
...Windows starts. Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A99X EVO 4-5 4.3.3 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to overclock the CPU Bus/PEG frequency, CPU voltage, CPU/NB voltage, and DRAM voltage in WIndows® ... will not be saved to show / hide more detailed adjustments in real-time without applying Applies all changes immediately For advanced overclock ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more settings Click to restore all start-up . �A�f�...
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...through the warning messages and click Start to start auto-overclocking. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A99X EVO 4-7 Using Extreme Tuning 1. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible ...auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system ...
...through the warning messages and click Start to start auto-overclocking. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A99X EVO 4-7 Using Extreme Tuning 1. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible ...auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system ...
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... message appears indicating auto tuning success. Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support 3. If you want to exit. An animation appears indicating the overclocking process. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. To keep the result, click Stop. 4. Click Stop if you ...did not click Stop in the previous step, TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test. Click OK to cancel the Overclocking process. 5. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system.
... message appears indicating auto tuning success. Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support 3. If you want to exit. An animation appears indicating the overclocking process. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. To keep the result, click Stop. 4. Click Stop if you ...did not click Stop in the previous step, TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test. Click OK to cancel the Overclocking process. 5. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system.