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... About this guide...vii M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 DIP (Dual Intelligent Processors) - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) & EPU (Energy Processing Unit 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-3 1.1.6 Other special features 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing...
... About this guide...vii M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 DIP (Dual Intelligent Processors) - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) & EPU (Energy Processing Unit 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-3 1.1.6 Other special features 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing...
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... any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables from the existing system before you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product...to fix it , carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, ...
... any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables from the existing system before you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product...to fix it , carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, ...
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...of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that ... 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii These documents are also provided. • Chapter...
...of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that ... 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii These documents are also provided. • Chapter...
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...) ix Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking - With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 2 x PCIe 2.0...if you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio USB AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD®...
...) ix Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking - With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 2 x PCIe 2.0...if you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio USB AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD®...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. M5A97 LE R2.0 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 motherboard SOCKET AM3+ User Manual User Guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. xii
Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. M5A97 LE R2.0 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 motherboard SOCKET AM3+ User Manual User Guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. xii
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xiii Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xiii Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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.../1600/1333/1066 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. AMD® SB950 Chipset The AMD® SB950 Southbridge natively supports the next generation SATA 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate and PCI Express 2.0 interface. M5A97 LE R2.0 1-1 It is optimized with USB...
.../1600/1333/1066 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. AMD® SB950 Chipset The AMD® SB950 Southbridge natively supports the next generation SATA 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate and PCI Express 2.0 interface. M5A97 LE R2.0 1-1 It is optimized with USB...
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...´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Chapter 1 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the... steps 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 regards to their default settings...
...´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Chapter 1 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the... steps 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 regards to their default settings...
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... install or remove any component, switch off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
... install or remove any component, switch off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
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1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 1 4 22.9cm(9.0in) KBMS USB3_12 ASM 1042 ATX12V CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN3 EATXPWR DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) ... USB34 2 LAN_USB12 CHA_FAN1 AUDIO AMD® 970 30.5cm(12.0in) RTL 8111F Super I/O TPU ALC 887 PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX1_2 64Mb M5A97 LE R2.0 BIOS PCIEX16_2 SATA6G_6 AMD® SATA6G_5 5 SB950 6 PCI1 7 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SB_PWR PCI2 COM1 SPDIF_OUT AAFP USB1314 USB1112 USB910 CLRTC PANEL SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 5 CHASSIS 13 12...
1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 1 4 22.9cm(9.0in) KBMS USB3_12 ASM 1042 ATX12V CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN3 EATXPWR DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) ... USB34 2 LAN_USB12 CHA_FAN1 AUDIO AMD® 970 30.5cm(12.0in) RTL 8111F Super I/O TPU ALC 887 PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX1_2 64Mb M5A97 LE R2.0 BIOS PCIEX16_2 SATA6G_6 AMD® SATA6G_5 5 SB950 6 PCI1 7 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SB_PWR PCI2 COM1 SPDIF_OUT AAFP USB1314 USB1112 USB910 CLRTC PANEL SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 5 CHASSIS 13 12...
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1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3+/AM3 socket designed for the AMD Opteron processor. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. M5A97 LE R2.0 M5A97 LE R2.0 CPU socket AM3+ Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the ...
1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3+/AM3 socket designed for the AMD Opteron processor. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. M5A97 LE R2.0 M5A97 LE R2.0 CPU socket AM3+ Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the ...
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M5A97 LE R2.0 M5A97 LE R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 1-9 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
M5A97 LE R2.0 M5A97 LE R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 1-9 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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...same CAS latency. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction The stability and compatibility of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • We ... QVL. For effective use a more details, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from the higher...
...same CAS latency. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction The stability and compatibility of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • We ... QVL. For effective use a more details, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from the higher...
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Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. SOCKET AM3+ 1 2 3 M5A97 LE R2.0 4 5 6 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot [Blue] (at x16 speed) PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [Black] (at x4 speed) PCI 1 PCI 2 VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 x4 x4 M5A97 LE R2.0 1-15 Chapter 1 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. SOCKET AM3+ 1 2 3 M5A97 LE R2.0 4 5 6 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot [Blue] (at x16 speed) PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [Black] (at x4 speed) PCI 1 PCI 2 VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 x4 x4 M5A97 LE R2.0 1-15 Chapter 1 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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... x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIe x16_1 - - - - IRQ assignments for better thermal environment.
... x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIe x16_1 - - - - IRQ assignments for better thermal environment.
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This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR M5A97 LE R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M5A97 LE R2.0 Onboard LED Chapter 1 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.7 Onboard LEDs Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode.
This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR M5A97 LE R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M5A97 LE R2.0 Onboard LED Chapter 1 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.7 Onboard LEDs Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode.
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...SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives... RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND M5A97 LE R2.0 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 M5A97 LE R2.0 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 1-19 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives...
...SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives... RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND M5A97 LE R2.0 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 M5A97 LE R2.0 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 1-19 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives...
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...FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 CHA_FAN1 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM M5A97 LE R2.0 Fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the USB connectors. 2. Doing so will damage the motherboard! These are for better thermal environment. 1-20 Chapter 1:... of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1/2/3 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to 480Mbps connection speed.
...FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 CHA_FAN1 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM M5A97 LE R2.0 Fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the USB connectors. 2. Doing so will damage the motherboard! These are for better thermal environment. 1-20 Chapter 1:... of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1/2/3 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to 480Mbps connection speed.
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...the front panel audio I /O module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND M5A97 LE R2.0 SPDIF_OUT M5A97 LE R2.0 Digital audio connector Ensure that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. 4. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin...8226; The front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD]. M5A97 LE R2.0 1-21 Chapter 1 See section 3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that the audio device of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect ...
...the front panel audio I /O module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND M5A97 LE R2.0 SPDIF_OUT M5A97 LE R2.0 Digital audio connector Ensure that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. 4. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin...8226; The front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD]. M5A97 LE R2.0 1-21 Chapter 1 See section 3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that the audio device of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect ...