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...1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 1-1 It is designed to support up to 8-core native CPU cores, and AMD® CPUs in multiple GPU setups. This motherboard features the AMD® 990FX/SB950 platform, optimizing PCIe allocation in the new 32nm manufacturing process. It provides better overclocking capabilities... with its unique design, and high-quality and militarystandard components. AMD® 990FX Chipset AMD 990FX Chipset is optimized with up to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of...
...1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 1-1 It is designed to support up to 8-core native CPU cores, and AMD® CPUs in multiple GPU setups. This motherboard features the AMD® 990FX/SB950 platform, optimizing PCIe allocation in the new 32nm manufacturing process. It provides better overclocking capabilities... with its unique design, and high-quality and militarystandard components. AMD® 990FX Chipset AMD 990FX Chipset is optimized with up to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of...
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...ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology, which supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), automatically accelerates the data transfer speed of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to share and distribute your ultimate convenience. O.C. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS F lashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your favorite overclocking... (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ASUS vision of a USB 3.0 device up to external home theater audio systems via optical S/PDIF-out...
...ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology, which supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), automatically accelerates the data transfer speed of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to share and distribute your ultimate convenience. O.C. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS F lashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your favorite overclocking... (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ASUS vision of a USB 3.0 device up to external home theater audio systems via optical S/PDIF-out...
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...64-bit Windows OS when you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of 3GB system memory ... from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. For effective use a more details, refer to install 4GB or more memory on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • You may...
...64-bit Windows OS when you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of 3GB system memory ... from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. For effective use a more details, refer to install 4GB or more memory on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • You may...
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This is not properly installed. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to test one set is tested. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up ... system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. • Refer to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. button...
This is not properly installed. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to test one set is tested. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up ... system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. • Refer to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. button...
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...RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to enable C.P.R. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC... CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 1-2. 3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. You must turn ON the computer. 4. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn off is...
...RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to enable C.P.R. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC... CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 1-2. 3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. You must turn ON the computer. 4. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn off is...
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... NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-1 BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for system startup...
... NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-1 BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for system startup...
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... experienced end-users to the following main 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. The...
... experienced end-users to the following main 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. The...
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...Speed Target CPU Speed Current Memory Frequency Current NB Frequency Current HT Link Speed : 3400MHz : 3200MHz : 1333MHz : 2000MHz : 2000MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto CPU Ratio Auto Memory Frequency Auto CPU/NB Frequency Auto HT Link Speed Auto [D.O.C.P.] When DOCP is enabled CPU Bus frequency, ...the password when prompted. From the Create New Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. After you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the screen shows Not Installed. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items ...
...Speed Target CPU Speed Current Memory Frequency Current NB Frequency Current HT Link Speed : 3400MHz : 3200MHz : 1333MHz : 2000MHz : 2000MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto CPU Ratio Auto Memory Frequency Auto CPU/NB Frequency Auto HT Link Speed Auto [D.O.C.P.] When DOCP is enabled CPU Bus frequency, ...the password when prompted. From the Create New Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. After you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the screen shows Not Installed. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items ...
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... keys to adjust the PCIE frequency. CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to set the PCI Express frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [800MHz] [1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-9 CPU Bus Frequency [Auto] Allows you to [Manual]. The following item appears only when you to...
... keys to adjust the PCIE frequency. CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to set the PCI Express frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [800MHz] [1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-9 CPU Bus Frequency [Auto] Allows you to [Manual]. The following item appears only when you to...
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... the and keys to [Enabled] for EMI control. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to adjust the value. If this menu may cause the system to [Enabled]. To restore the default setting,... you to [Enabled] for enhancing the system performance. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability [Enabled] Sets to set the EPU Power Saving Mode items to become unstable! Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] DRAM Timing...
... the and keys to [Enabled] for EMI control. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to adjust the value. If this menu may cause the system to [Enabled]. To restore the default setting,... you to [Enabled] for enhancing the system performance. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability [Enabled] Sets to set the EPU Power Saving Mode items to become unstable! Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] DRAM Timing...
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...depending on your CPU specification. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. The thermal conditions should be monitored. This item allows you to get more ...ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Reduce the phase number under heavy system loading to select the CPU/NB Load-Line mode. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2...
...depending on your CPU specification. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. The thermal conditions should be monitored. This item allows you to get more ...ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Reduce the phase number under heavy system loading to select the CPU/NB Load-Line mode. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2...
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...Manual Adjustment]. CPU Power Response Control [Auto] The DIGI+ VRM controller provides a faster and precise power response rate for an extreme overclocking. Apply a higher value for the CPU. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency ... Mode. CPU/NB Power Response Control [Auto] The DIGI+ VRM controller provides a faster, and precise power response rate for an extreme overclocking. CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component's phase. [T. Apply ...
...Manual Adjustment]. CPU Power Response Control [Auto] The DIGI+ VRM controller provides a faster and precise power response rate for an extreme overclocking. Apply a higher value for the CPU. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency ... Mode. CPU/NB Power Response Control [Auto] The DIGI+ VRM controller provides a faster, and precise power response rate for an extreme overclocking. CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component's phase. [T. Apply ...
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...[Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-15 Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM Voltage Frequency [300KHZ] Allows you to set a fixed CPU/NB voltage...130 to 0.700000V with a 0.006250V interval. potential. DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range, and extends the overclocking range simultaneously. CPU & NB Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. [Offset Mode] Allows you to ...
...[Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-15 Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM Voltage Frequency [300KHZ] Allows you to set a fixed CPU/NB voltage...130 to 0.700000V with a 0.006250V interval. potential. DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range, and extends the overclocking range simultaneously. CPU & NB Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. [Offset Mode] Allows you to ...
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... stability, all the changes immediately Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 4-19 To launch TurboV EVO, click Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot. Refer to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system boost performance. com for detailed...configuration. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may lead to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. Refer to the software manual in real-time without exiting and rebooting the...
... stability, all the changes immediately Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 4-19 To launch TurboV EVO, click Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot. Refer to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system boost performance. com for detailed...configuration. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may lead to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. Refer to the software manual in real-time without exiting and rebooting the...
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4.3.5 DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control allows you to adjust the voltage settings and ...5 CPU/NB Load-line Calibration Set to a higher value for system performance, or to a lower value for overclocking. Higher load-line calibration could get more transient and better thermal performance. Chapter 4 4-22 Chapter 4: Software support...line Calibration It allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. 2 CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides ...
4.3.5 DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control allows you to adjust the voltage settings and ...5 CPU/NB Load-line Calibration Set to a higher value for system performance, or to a lower value for overclocking. Higher load-line calibration could get more transient and better thermal performance. Chapter 4 4-22 Chapter 4: Software support...line Calibration It allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. 2 CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides ...
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... Control A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking performance to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Refer to enlarge O.C potential. 9 CPU Power ...Response Control The CPU/NB controller provides a faster and precise power response rate for an extreme overclocking. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 4-23 Chapter 4 Apply a higher value for CPU&DRAM. The thermal conditions should be monitored...
... Control A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking performance to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Refer to enlarge O.C potential. 9 CPU Power ...Response Control The CPU/NB controller provides a faster and precise power response rate for an extreme overclocking. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 4-23 Chapter 4 Apply a higher value for CPU&DRAM. The thermal conditions should be monitored...
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... 3 Application help Applies all the changes Undoes all the changes 1 DRAM Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. 2 DRAM Voltage Frequency Allows you to adjust the DRAM switching frequency for system stability or to increase the... overclocking range. 3 DRAM Power Phase Control Set Manual Adjustment to faster phase response to increase system performance or to slower phase ...
... 3 Application help Applies all the changes Undoes all the changes 1 DRAM Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. 2 DRAM Voltage Frequency Allows you to adjust the DRAM switching frequency for system stability or to increase the... overclocking range. 3 DRAM Power Phase Control Set Manual Adjustment to faster phase response to increase system performance or to slower phase ...