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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 overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 ...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 Thermal Solution 1-3 1.3.3 "TUF ENGINE!" Contents Notices ...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Welcome...
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 overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 ...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 Thermal Solution 1-3 1.3.3 "TUF ENGINE!" Contents Notices ...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Welcome...
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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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...CPU **D ue to OS limitation, when installing total memory of less than 3GB. SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary CPU AMD® socket AM3+ for AMD® FX Series CPU... 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port (red) LAN Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller High Definition Audio Realtek® ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - BD Audio Layer Content Protection - Expansion Slots 3 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (single @ x16, dual... memory Dual channel memory architecture *Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for details. With ASUS design, this mptherboard can support up to Chapter...
...CPU **D ue to OS limitation, when installing total memory of less than 3GB. SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary CPU AMD® socket AM3+ for AMD® FX Series CPU... 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port (red) LAN Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller High Definition Audio Realtek® ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - BD Audio Layer Content Protection - Expansion Slots 3 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (single @ x16, dual... memory Dual channel memory architecture *Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for details. With ASUS design, this mptherboard can support up to Chapter...
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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 x USB...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! xii SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors Software Form Factor WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL...
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 x USB...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! xii 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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...logos. Profile that allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few clicks without the usual ""fingers"" - ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 1-5 This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of Q-LED, Q-Slot, and Q-DIMM design speed up and simplify the DIY process! O.C.... style 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 functions ...
...logos. Profile that allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few clicks without the usual ""fingers"" - ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 1-5 This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of Q-LED, Q-Slot, and Q-DIMM design speed up and simplify the DIY process! O.C.... style 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 functions ...
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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 ...The cable 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 reduce carbon footprint of additional power source*. ErP Ready ...
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 ...The cable 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 reduce carbon footprint of additional power source*. ErP Ready ...
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..., 8-pin EATX12V) 2. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, CPU_OPT FAN, CHA_FAN1~3, 3-pin CHA_FAN4) 4. 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 Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 11. Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. MemOK! System panel connector...
..., 8-pin EATX12V) 2. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, CPU_OPT FAN, CHA_FAN1~3, 3-pin CHA_FAN4) 4. 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 Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 11. Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. MemOK! System panel connector...
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Chapter 2 Never connect a USB cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then ...
Chapter 2 Never connect a USB cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then ...
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... 2 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information if you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. If��y�o�u��w��a�n�t�t�o...fit these connectors in only one end of the front panel audio I /O module that you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector is for ATX power supply plugs. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the ...
... 2 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information if you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. If��y�o�u��w��a�n�t�t�o...fit these connectors in only one end of the front panel audio I /O module that you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector is for ATX power supply plugs. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the ...
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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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LAN1 (RJ-45) port* 8. Refer to [Enabled] and install the JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver from the motherboard support DVD. Audio I/O ports** 7. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 2. Optical S/PDIF Out port 9. Power External SATA port 10. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 13. IEEE 1394a... 1. USB 2.0 ports 9 and 10 6. 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...
LAN1 (RJ-45) port* 8. Refer to [Enabled] and install the JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver from the motherboard support DVD. Audio I/O ports** 7. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 2. Optical S/PDIF Out port 9. Power External SATA port 10. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 13. IEEE 1394a... 1. USB 2.0 ports 9 and 10 6. 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...
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... BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 2-channel Light Blue Line In Lime Line Out Pink Mic In Orange - Black - Gray - 4-channel Line In Front Speaker ... Out Mic In 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
... BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 2-channel Light Blue Line In Lime Line Out Pink Mic In Orange - Black - Gray - 4-channel Line In Front Speaker ... Out Mic In 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
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...IO=3F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; Serial Port [Enabled] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the motherboard. IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] [Enabled...[Enabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. IRQ=3] SB HD Azalia Configuration HD Audio Azalia Device [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the HD Audio Device. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Configuration...
...IO=3F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; Serial Port [Enabled] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the motherboard. IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] [Enabled...[Enabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. IRQ=3] SB HD Azalia Configuration HD Audio Azalia Device [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the HD Audio Device. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Configuration...
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... icon 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 display the Realtek HD Audio Manager. The software provides Jack-Detection function, S/PDIF Out support, and...
... icon 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 display the Realtek HD Audio Manager. The software provides Jack-Detection function, S/PDIF Out support, and...