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... 2 - vSB: Adjustable SB voltage at 0.00625V increment - ASUS Fanless Design: heatsink solution - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 600MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors ASUS Power Design - 4+2 Phase Power Design ASUS EPU - ASUS My Logo 2 - ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at...
... 2 - vSB: Adjustable SB voltage at 0.00625V increment - ASUS Fanless Design: heatsink solution - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 600MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors ASUS Power Design - 4+2 Phase Power Design ASUS EPU - ASUS My Logo 2 - ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at...
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...CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with USB 3.0-the latest connectivity standard. CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture ...to 4800MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0-based system bus. Adjust your system memory to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. M5A97 LE R2.0 1-1 The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your display configurations, experiment with the advanced 3D ...
...CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with USB 3.0-the latest connectivity standard. CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture ...to 4800MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0-based system bus. Adjust your system memory to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. M5A97 LE R2.0 1-1 The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your display configurations, experiment with the advanced 3D ...
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... to manage your bandwidth and allows you the adrenaline rush of real-time overclocking without the need to a PPPoE network for any user interaction. 1.1.2 DIP (Dual Intelligent Processors) - USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB... and ratios to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. Even O.C. This all the exclusive ASUS features into one -step network control center that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up to 170%, adding to optimize performance under varied system conditions....
... to manage your bandwidth and allows you the adrenaline rush of real-time overclocking without the need to a PPPoE network for any user interaction. 1.1.2 DIP (Dual Intelligent Processors) - USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB... and ratios to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. Even O.C. This all the exclusive ASUS features into one -step network control center that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up to 170%, adding to optimize performance under varied system conditions....
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... and DRAM voltage in 0.00625V steps to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration. 1.1.6 Other special features ErP ready The motherboard is in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS... that allows you the freedom to share and distribute your favorite settings. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can be stored in regards to overclocking failure. This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products ...
... and DRAM voltage in 0.00625V steps to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration. 1.1.6 Other special features ErP ready The motherboard is in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS... that allows you the freedom to share and distribute your favorite settings. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can be stored in regards to overclocking failure. This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products ...
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... a 64-bit Windows OS when you install memory modules of these memory modules depend on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. For effective use...To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you are using ...
... a 64-bit Windows OS when you install memory modules of these memory modules depend on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. For effective use...To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you are using ...
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...; • Side(s): SS - Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMS. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel...
...; • Side(s): SS - Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMS. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel...
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... system failure due to pins 2-3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. 1.2.6 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. M5A97 LE R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M5A97 LE R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1.
... system failure due to pins 2-3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. 1.2.6 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. M5A97 LE R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M5A97 LE R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1.
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Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware ... system bootup and requests you to instability or boot failure. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes...optimal performance. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that requires further BIOS settings or update. Inappropriate ...
Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware ... system bootup and requests you to instability or boot failure. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes...optimal performance. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that requires further BIOS settings or update. Inappropriate ...
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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. To access the Advanced Mode, click...
... 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. To access the Advanced Mode, click...
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... a new password, then press . 4. Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 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 Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to create/confirm the...
... a new password, then press . 4. Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 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 Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to create/confirm the...
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... Configuration options: [Auto] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to CPU base or factory setting. If this happens... individually set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set overclocking parameters. [D.O.C.P.] Allows you to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. AMD Turbo CORE technology [Auto] Allows you to your CPU ...
... Configuration options: [Auto] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to CPU base or factory setting. If this happens... individually set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set overclocking parameters. [D.O.C.P.] Allows you to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. AMD Turbo CORE technology [Auto] Allows you to your CPU ...
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...ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 3-11 HT Link Speed [Auto] Allows you install on the CPU/DIMMs you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner utility automatically overclocks... CLK] [7 CLK] DRAM WRITE to start auto tuning. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. •[Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. It takes around five minutes, and the system will reboot for several times...
...ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 3-11 HT Link Speed [Auto] Allows you install on the CPU/DIMMs you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner utility automatically overclocks... CLK] [7 CLK] DRAM WRITE to start auto tuning. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. •[Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. It takes around five minutes, and the system will reboot for several times...
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... made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. For system stability, all the changes immediately Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts...to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Refer to an unstable system. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up. Click to select mode Load profile Target values Current values Click to show ...
... made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. For system stability, all the changes immediately Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts...to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Refer to an unstable system. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up. Click to select mode Load profile Target values Current values Click to show ...
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... 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Read the warning messages and click Start to exit. Click Auto Tuning tab > Fast. 2. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves the BIOS settings, and restarts the system. 3. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO provides you set up a better thermal environment to prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard. • Fast Tuning...
... 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Read the warning messages and click Start to exit. Click Auto Tuning tab > Fast. 2. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves the BIOS settings, and restarts the system. 3. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO provides you set up a better thermal environment to prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard. • Fast Tuning...
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... the system has restarted, a message appears indicating that the auto-tuning process is successful. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 4-7 Using Extreme Tuning 1. After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. Click OK to cancel the overclocking process. Click Stop if you did not click Stop in the previous step, TurboV automatically starts...
... the system has restarted, a message appears indicating that the auto-tuning process is successful. Chapter 4 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 4-7 Using Extreme Tuning 1. After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. Click OK to cancel the overclocking process. Click Stop if you did not click Stop in the previous step, TurboV automatically starts...