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... Power connection 2-8 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 iii Power Design 1-2 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!" Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 specifications summary x Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product...
... Power connection 2-8 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 iii Power Design 1-2 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!" Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 specifications summary x Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product...
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.... • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the... motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To ...
.... • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the... motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To ...
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... features of the standard package. 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. •...
... features of the standard package. 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. •...
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... / Athlon II™ / Sempron™ 100 series processors Supports AMD® 140W CPU AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet Technology Supports 32nm CPU AMD® 990FX / SB950 Chipset Up to 5.2 GT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, ECC, ... content protection - ASUS noise filter (continued on the next page) With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. 3 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots (Dual at x16/x16, triple at back I/O - Hence, a total installed memory of less than 3GB. SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 specifications summary CPU...
... / Athlon II™ / Sempron™ 100 series processors Supports AMD® 140W CPU AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet Technology Supports 32nm CPU AMD® 990FX / SB950 Chipset Up to 5.2 GT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, ECC, ... content protection - ASUS noise filter (continued on the next page) With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. 3 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots (Dual at x16/x16, triple at back I/O - Hence, a total installed memory of less than 3GB. SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 specifications summary CPU...
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 motherboard User manual Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x TUF Certification card Five-year warranty 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x TUF Five-year warranty manual • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. xiii Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 motherboard User manual Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x TUF Certification card Five-year warranty 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x TUF Five-year warranty manual • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. xiii Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
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xiv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xiv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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... graphic performance, as well as have the latest technology available to 5.2GT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and dual PCI Express™ 2.0 x16 graphics. This motherboard features the AMD® 990FX/SB950 platform, optimizing PCIe allocation in x16 mode). Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-1
... graphic performance, as well as have the latest technology available to 5.2GT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and dual PCI Express™ 2.0 x16 graphics. This motherboard features the AMD® 990FX/SB950 platform, optimizing PCIe allocation in x16 mode). Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-1
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... introduction TUF Components (Choke, Cap. & MOSFET; Efficient Switching Power (E.S.P.) Design E.S.P., an ASUS exclusive feature, is made up of a compound of various metals instead of the motherboard's critical parts and automatically adjusts fan speeds in the most challenging conditions with its robust TUF...current, 25% higher than USB 2.0. 1.1.2 "Ultimate COOL!" DO NOT uninstall the heatsink module by military-standard) This motherboard provides rugged performance even in real time to ensure that you to help improve system efficiency and reduce heat generation. certified...
... introduction TUF Components (Choke, Cap. & MOSFET; Efficient Switching Power (E.S.P.) Design E.S.P., an ASUS exclusive feature, is made up of a compound of various metals instead of the motherboard's critical parts and automatically adjusts fan speeds in the most challenging conditions with its robust TUF...current, 25% higher than USB 2.0. 1.1.2 "Ultimate COOL!" DO NOT uninstall the heatsink module by military-standard) This motherboard provides rugged performance even in real time to ensure that you to help improve system efficiency and reduce heat generation. certified...
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... directly enter the BIOS during POST. MemOK! Remote GO! The ASUS exclusive Anti-Static chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and ensure the motherboard's lifespan. ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS...DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations. It offers you can send files, but cannot receive file transfers from PC. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-3 It provides a seamless environment for a futuristic connected lifestyle with three useful functions: • DLNA Media Hub: Enjoy HD ...
... directly enter the BIOS during POST. MemOK! Remote GO! The ASUS exclusive Anti-Static chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and ensure the motherboard's lifespan. ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS...DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations. It offers you can send files, but cannot receive file transfers from PC. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-3 It provides a seamless environment for a futuristic connected lifestyle with three useful functions: • DLNA Media Hub: Enjoy HD ...
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S/PDIF-out on Back I/O port This motherboard provides a convenient connectivity to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or ...Absolute Pitch 192kHz/24bit audio output, true BD lossless sound, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology. Profile This motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that makes it easier for you to manage your bandwidth and allows you to share and distribute your ultimate convenience. ...
S/PDIF-out on Back I/O port This motherboard provides a convenient connectivity to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or ...Absolute Pitch 192kHz/24bit audio output, true BD lossless sound, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology. Profile This motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that makes it easier for you to manage your bandwidth and allows you to share and distribute your ultimate convenience. ...
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Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-5 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 ... power cord is detached from the wall socket before you install or remove any component, ensure that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power...
Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-5 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 ... power cord is detached from the wall socket before you install or remove any component, ensure that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power...
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1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3+ socket designed for AMD® FX Series CPU up to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! ...
1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3+ socket designed for AMD® FX Series CPU up to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! ...
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A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-9 1.2.4 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. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-9 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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... a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of these memory modules depend on the motherboard. To operate at the vendor-marked or at http://support.microsoft. Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB ECC... stability, use of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at the default...
... a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of these memory modules depend on the motherboard. To operate at the vendor-marked or at http://support.microsoft. Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB ECC... stability, use of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at the default...
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...) 4GB DS (2x2GB) FLKE85F-B8KJAA-FEIS(XMP) 4GB DS (2x2GB) Chip Brand Chip NO. - - - - SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4A2400C9R 16GB DS (Ver4.13)(XMP)... socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 7-10-10-28 1.65 • • • 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • • - - • • Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-11 SAMSUNG K4B2G0846D 2400 9-1111-31 10-1212-31 11-1111-31 9-1111-31 11-1313-30 11-1111-30 9-9-9-24 Voltage DIMM socket support...
...) 4GB DS (2x2GB) FLKE85F-B8KJAA-FEIS(XMP) 4GB DS (2x2GB) Chip Brand Chip NO. - - - - SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4A2400C9R 16GB DS (Ver4.13)(XMP)... socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 7-10-10-28 1.65 • • • 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • • - - • • Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-11 SAMSUNG K4B2G0846D 2400 9-1111-31 10-1212-31 11-1111-31 9-1111-31 11-1313-30 11-1111-30 9-9-9-24 Voltage DIMM socket support...
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Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 Slot Description PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16, dual at x16/x16, triple at x16/x8/x8 mode) PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_3 slot PCI slot PCIe 3.0 x16_4 slot ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-23 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 Slot Description PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16, dual at x16/x16, triple at x16/x8/x8 mode) PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_3 slot PCI slot PCIe 3.0 x16_4 slot ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-23 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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... get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for this...
... get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for this...
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... after turning on the computer. A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after using the MemOK! ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-25 Chapter 1 If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load the BIOS default settings. To stop memory tuning, turn off ...you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the ...
... after turning on the computer. A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after using the MemOK! ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX/GEN3 R2.0 1-25 Chapter 1 If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load the BIOS default settings. To stop memory tuning, turn off ...you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the ...
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... the location of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. Chapter 1 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up to indicate that... before removing or plugging in soft‑off mode. The green LED lights up until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component.
... the location of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. Chapter 1 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up to indicate that... before removing or plugging in soft‑off mode. The green LED lights up until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component.