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... this guide...viii M5A97 EVO specifications summary x 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 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-4 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.3.6 Other special features 1-5 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 2.2.4 Expansion slots...
... this guide...viii M5A97 EVO specifications summary x 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 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-4 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.3.6 Other special features 1-5 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 2.2.4 Expansion slots...
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.... **D ue to OS limitation, when installing total memory of less than 3GB. Hence, a total installed memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operation system may only recognize less than 3GB is recommended. *** R efer to www.asus.com or this user manual for AMD® Phenom...™ II /Athlon™ II /Sempron™ 100 Series Processors� AMD® 970 / SB950 Up to 4800 MT/s; Optical S/PDIF Out ports at back panel) (continued on the next page) M5A97 EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory...
.... **D ue to OS limitation, when installing total memory of less than 3GB. Hence, a total installed memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operation system may only recognize less than 3GB is recommended. *** R efer to www.asus.com or this user manual for AMD® Phenom...™ II /Athlon™ II /Sempron™ 100 Series Processors� AMD® 970 / SB950 Up to 4800 MT/s; Optical S/PDIF Out ports at back panel) (continued on the next page) M5A97 EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory...
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...memory to 4800MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and PCI Express™ 2.0 x16 graphics. 1.3 Special features Chapter 1 1.3.1 Product highlights AMD® Socket AM3+; Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to ensure optimized performance, extreme system stability and greater power efficiency. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The M5A97 EVO... real-time 3Drendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. Front Panel USB 3.0 Support ASUS provides standardized USB 3.0 front panel support which is designed to support up to 10 times ...
...memory to 4800MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and PCI Express™ 2.0 x16 graphics. 1.3 Special features Chapter 1 1.3.1 Product highlights AMD® Socket AM3+; Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to ensure optimized performance, extreme system stability and greater power efficiency. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The M5A97 EVO... real-time 3Drendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. Front Panel USB 3.0 Support ASUS provides standardized USB 3.0 front panel support which is designed to support up to 10 times ...
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... management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! ASUS M5A97 EVO 1-3 EPU Tap into one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to a digital standard. Chapter 1 DIGI+ VRM The new...
... management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! ASUS M5A97 EVO 1-3 EPU Tap into one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to a digital standard. Chapter 1 DIGI+ VRM The new...
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DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 EVO 2-5 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 EVO 2-5 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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Chapter 2 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due to CPU spec., AMD 100 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. Use a maximum of the following: - To operate at the vendor-marked or ...at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability,...
Chapter 2 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due to CPU spec., AMD 100 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. Use a maximum of the following: - To operate at the vendor-marked or ...at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability,...
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...8226; • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Timing - Chapter 2 M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU (continued) Vendor Part No. Size Kingston KHX1600C9D3LK2/4GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3X2K2/4GX...XMP) Super Talent WB160UX6G8(XMP) AEXEA AEXEA AXA3PS2G1600S18V(XMP) AXA3PS4GK1600S18V(XMP) Asint SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP) EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I16(XMP) GoodRam GR1600D364L9/2G KINGTIGER KTG2G1600PG3(XMP) Mushkin 996805(XMP) Mushkin 998805(XMP) Patriot...
...8226; • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Timing - Chapter 2 M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU (continued) Vendor Part No. Size Kingston KHX1600C9D3LK2/4GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3X2K2/4GX...XMP) Super Talent WB160UX6G8(XMP) AEXEA AEXEA AXA3PS2G1600S18V(XMP) AXA3PS4GK1600S18V(XMP) Asint SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP) EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I16(XMP) GoodRam GR1600D364L9/2G KINGTIGER KTG2G1600PG3(XMP) Mushkin 996805(XMP) Mushkin 998805(XMP) Patriot...
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.... ASUS M5A97 EVO 2-13 We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for AMD AM3 CPU Vendor Part No. Chapter 2 M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1067 MHz capability for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration...
.... ASUS M5A97 EVO 2-13 We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for AMD AM3 CPU Vendor Part No. Chapter 2 M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1067 MHz capability for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration...
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... and enter BIOS setup to enable C.P.R. Chapter 2 To erase the RTC RAM 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the...
... and enter BIOS setup to enable C.P.R. Chapter 2 To erase the RTC RAM 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the...
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... to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! A messgae will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. ASUS M5A97 EVO 2-17 switch Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or opencase system. If the...
... to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! A messgae will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. ASUS M5A97 EVO 2-17 switch Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or opencase system. If the...
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... ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you do not see anything within 30 seconds from orange to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. Follow the instructions in... beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to green after the system LED turns on the BIOS setting. System power 6. ASUS M5A97 EVO 2-45
... ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you do not see anything within 30 seconds from orange to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. Follow the instructions in... beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to green after the system LED turns on the BIOS setting. System power 6. ASUS M5A97 EVO 2-45
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...display language of the BIOS setup program Clicks to decide the boot priority. EZ Mode Monday [4/11/2011] M5A97 EVO BIOS Version : 0119 CPU Type : AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 965 Processor Total Memory : 4096 MB Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date : 04/07/2011 Speed : 3439 MHz English Temperature Voltage Fan... Mode, then select Advanced Mode. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to select the display language,...
...display language of the BIOS setup program Clicks to decide the boot priority. EZ Mode Monday [4/11/2011] M5A97 EVO BIOS Version : 0119 CPU Type : AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 965 Processor Total Memory : 4096 MB Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date : 04/07/2011 Speed : 3439 MHz English Temperature Voltage Fan... Mode, then select Advanced Mode. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to select the display language,...
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... Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0119 x64 04/07/2011 CPU Information AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 965 Processor Memory Information Total Memory EC Version 4096MB (DDR3) MBECG-0005 System Language English System Date System Time [Mon 04/11/2011] [16:46:15]...the Advanced Mode of the basic system information, and allows you to set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO 3-5 UEFI BIOS Utility - 3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you to change the system security settings. After you have ...
... Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0119 x64 04/07/2011 CPU Information AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 965 Processor Memory Information Total Memory EC Version 4096MB (DDR3) MBECG-0005 System Language English System Date System Time [Mon 04/11/2011] [16:46:15]...the Advanced Mode of the basic system information, and allows you to set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO 3-5 UEFI BIOS Utility - 3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you to change the system security settings. After you have ...
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... Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1201. ASUS M5A97 EVO 3-7 Advanced Mode Exit Chapter 3 Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Current CPU Speed : 3439MHz Target CPU Speed : 3400MHz Current Memory Frequency: 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 2000MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2000MHz...Auto CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed Auto Auto [D.O.C.P.] When DOCP is enabled CPU Bus, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Scroll down to malfunction. The configuration options...
... Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1201. ASUS M5A97 EVO 3-7 Advanced Mode Exit Chapter 3 Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Current CPU Speed : 3439MHz Target CPU Speed : 3400MHz Current Memory Frequency: 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 2000MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2000MHz...Auto CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed Auto Auto [D.O.C.P.] When DOCP is enabled CPU Bus, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Scroll down to malfunction. The configuration options...
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...revert to adjust the ratio. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup CPU Bus, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. OC Tuner [CANCEL] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of these preset overclocking configuration options:... mode CPU ratio. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR31600MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to your CPU model. CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the HyperTransport link speed. ...
...revert to adjust the ratio. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup CPU Bus, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. OC Tuner [CANCEL] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of these preset overclocking configuration options:... mode CPU ratio. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR31600MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to your CPU model. CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the HyperTransport link speed. ...
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... ECC mode. [Enable] Set to [Enable] to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO 3-15 3.5.2 North Bridge Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility - Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DCT Unganged Mode [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG...
... ECC mode. [Enable] Set to [Enable] to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO 3-15 3.5.2 North Bridge Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility - Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DCT Unganged Mode [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG...
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... the system boot failure! • We recommend that you to Profile The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO 3-27 Profile Configuration Setup Profile1 Status : Setup Profile2 Status : Setup Profile3 Status : Setup Profile4 Status : Setup Profile5 Status : Setup Profile6 Status : Setup ... create a profile. Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to Profile Load CMOS Profile Load from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. UEFI BIOS Utility -
... the system boot failure! • We recommend that you to Profile The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 EVO 3-27 Profile Configuration Setup Profile1 Status : Setup Profile2 Status : Setup Profile3 Status : Setup Profile4 Status : Setup Profile5 Status : Setup Profile6 Status : Setup ... create a profile. Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to Profile Load CMOS Profile Load from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. UEFI BIOS Utility -
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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 configuration. ... Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Using Extreme Tuning 1. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Extreme. 2. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A97 EVO 4-7 Click OK to start auto-overclocking...
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 configuration. ... Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Using Extreme Tuning 1. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Extreme. 2. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A97 EVO 4-7 Click OK to start auto-overclocking...
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... further system overclocking and stability test. 3. Click OK to cancel the Overclocking process. 5. To keep the result, click Stop. 4. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system.
... further system overclocking and stability test. 3. Click OK to cancel the Overclocking process. 5. To keep the result, click Stop. 4. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system.
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Chapter 4 • Click the SPD tab and then select the memory slot to see the details on the memory module installed on the processor and the Cache. ASUS M5A97 EVO 4-15 4.3.10 System Information The System Information section displays the information about the motherboard, CPU, and memory slots. • Click the MB tab to see the details on the motherboard manufacturer, product name, version, and BIOS. • Click the CPU tab to see the details on the corresponding slot.
Chapter 4 • Click the SPD tab and then select the memory slot to see the details on the memory module installed on the processor and the Cache. ASUS M5A97 EVO 4-15 4.3.10 System Information The System Information section displays the information about the motherboard, CPU, and memory slots. • Click the MB tab to see the details on the motherboard manufacturer, product name, version, and BIOS. • Click the CPU tab to see the details on the corresponding slot.