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..."TUF ENGINE!" Contents Notices ...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 "Ultimate COOL!" Power Design 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS DIY 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard ...Card installation 2-39 2.3.10 Rear panel connection 2-40 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections 2-41 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-44 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-44 iii
..."TUF ENGINE!" Contents Notices ...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 "Ultimate COOL!" Power Design 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS DIY 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard ...Card installation 2-39 2.3.10 Rear panel connection 2-40 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections 2-41 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-44 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-44 iii
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...30 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-31 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-31 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-34 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-36 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 4.3.2 ASUS Thermal Radar 4-8 4.3.3 Tool 4-12 4.3.4 Monitor 4-21 4.3.5 Update 4-22 4.3.6 System Information 4-27 4.3.7 Audio...
...30 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-31 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-31 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-34 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-36 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 4.3.2 ASUS Thermal Radar 4-8 4.3.3 Tool 4-12 4.3.4 Monitor 4-21 4.3.5 Update 4-22 4.3.6 System Information 4-27 4.3.7 Audio...
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SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary CPU AMD® socket AM3+ for AMD® FX Series CPU up to 8-core Compatible with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support 2 x JMicron® JMB362 SATA controllers: - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s ports - 1 x Power eSATA 3Gb/s port (green) - 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port (red) LAN Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller High Definition Audio..., Max. 32GB, DDR3 1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz, ECC, NonECC and un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture *Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) of AM3+ / AM3 CPU **D ue to OS limitation, when ...
SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary CPU AMD® socket AM3+ for AMD® FX Series CPU up to 8-core Compatible with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support 2 x JMicron® JMB362 SATA controllers: - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s ports - 1 x Power eSATA 3Gb/s port (green) - 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port (red) LAN Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller High Definition Audio..., Max. 32GB, DDR3 1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz, ECC, NonECC and un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture *Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) of AM3+ / AM3 CPU **D ue to OS limitation, when ...
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xii button 1 x Clear CMOS jumper Drivers Anti-virus software (OEM version) ASUS Update ASUS Utilities ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. moss green) 2 ...1 x 3-pin) 1 x CPU Opt fan connector (4-pin) 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x COM connector 1 x S/PDIF Out header 24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors Software Form Factor WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL...
xii button 1 x Clear CMOS jumper Drivers Anti-virus software (OEM version) ASUS Update ASUS Utilities ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. moss green) 2 ...1 x 3-pin) 1 x CPU Opt fan connector (4-pin) 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x COM connector 1 x S/PDIF Out header 24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors Software Form Factor WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL...
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... to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. 8 Channel Audio Codec The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit audio output, true BD lossless sound, jack-sensing feature, retasking ... Q-Shield Easy and Comfortable Installations The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. Chapter 1 ASUS Q-Design DIY quickly, DIY easily! The BIOS settings can update your DIY experience. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 1-5
... to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. 8 Channel Audio Codec The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit audio output, true BD lossless sound, jack-sensing feature, retasking ... Q-Shield Easy and Comfortable Installations The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. Chapter 1 ASUS Q-Design DIY quickly, DIY easily! The BIOS settings can update your DIY experience. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 1-5
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IEEE 1394a interface IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other entertainment contents on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification... motherboard is European Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to energy consumptions. The external SATA port located at the...
IEEE 1394a interface IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other entertainment contents on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification... motherboard is European Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to energy consumptions. The external SATA port located at the...
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... PANEL) 10. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 14. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) 13. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-21 2-4 2-20 2-5 2-14 2-18 2-17 2-16 2-23 2-17 2-13 2-18 2-15 2-19 2-21 2-19 Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-3 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. MemOK! DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin...
... PANEL) 10. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 14. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) 13. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-21 2-4 2-20 2-5 2-14 2-18 2-17 2-16 2-23 2-17 2-13 2-18 2-15 2-19 2-21 2-19 Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-3 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. MemOK! DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin...
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... the back of the system chassis. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to the IEEE 1394a connector. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information The S/PDIF module is for an IEEE 1394a port. Chapter 2 Never connect a USB...
... the back of the system chassis. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to the IEEE 1394a connector. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information The S/PDIF module is for an IEEE 1394a port. Chapter 2 Never connect a USB...
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...;n�e��c�to [HD]. 10. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the item to avail of the front panel... to this connector to [AC97]. The power supply plugs are for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter 2 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information By default, this connector, set to ��r,�s�...
...;n�e��c�to [HD]. 10. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the item to avail of the front panel... to this connector to [AC97]. The power supply plugs are for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter 2 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information By default, this connector, set to ��r,�s�...
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2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector 1 2 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- IDE_LED PWR Ground Reset Ground POWER SW RESET SW To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector Chapter 2 USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 2-38 AAFP Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector 1 2 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- IDE_LED PWR Ground Reset Ground POWER SW RESET SW To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector Chapter 2 USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 2-38 AAFP Chapter 2: Hardware information
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... SATA port 10. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 2. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8 * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port. • DO NOT connect a keyboard/mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing...; We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to [Enabled] and install the JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver from the motherboard support DVD. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 5. Audio I/O ports** 7. External SATA port 12. USB 2.0 ports 9 and 10 6.
... SATA port 10. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 2. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8 * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port. • DO NOT connect a keyboard/mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing...; We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to [Enabled] and install the JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver from the motherboard support DVD. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 5. Audio I/O ports** 7. External SATA port 12. USB 2.0 ports 9 and 10 6.
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... Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out - 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-41 Chapter 2 * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED...
... Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out - 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-41 Chapter 2 * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED...
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... The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Intel LAN controller. Azalia Front Panel [HD] Allows you to... legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the motherboard. Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; Configuration ...
... The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Intel LAN controller. Azalia Front Panel [HD] Allows you to... legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the motherboard. Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; Configuration ...
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... wizard to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Windows XP Configuration options Control settings window Information button Exit button Minimize button Chapter 4 Information button Refer to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package...
... wizard to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Windows XP Configuration options Control settings window Information button Exit button Minimize button Chapter 4 Information button Refer to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package...