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... 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS Fanless Design: heatsink solution - EPU ASUS TPU - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) vNB HT Bus: Adjustable HT voltage at 0.00625V increment - ASUS O.C. Precision Tweaker 2 - ASUS Q-Slot Precision Tweaker 2 - Profile - M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors ASUS Power Design...
... 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS Fanless Design: heatsink solution - EPU ASUS TPU - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) vNB HT Bus: Adjustable HT voltage at 0.00625V increment - ASUS O.C. Precision Tweaker 2 - ASUS Q-Slot Precision Tweaker 2 - Profile - M5A97 LE R2.0 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors ASUS Power Design...
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... This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with USB 2.0 components. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the new 32nm manufacturing process...overclocking capabilities. AMD Cool'n'QuietTM Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool'n'QuietTM technology which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for the next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. M5A97 LE R2...
... This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with USB 2.0 components. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the new 32nm manufacturing process...overclocking capabilities. AMD Cool'n'QuietTM Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool'n'QuietTM technology which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for the next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. M5A97 LE R2...
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... you to automatically connect to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for the best overclocking settings in -one -step network control center that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up to 170%, adding to a PPPoE ...DIP (Dual Intelligent Processors) - It also provides you the adrenaline rush of real-time overclocking without the need to use software package. AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface, ASUS TurboV offers you with Auto Tuning! TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) & EPU (Energy Processing...
... you to automatically connect to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for the best overclocking settings in -one -step network control center that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up to 170%, adding to a PPPoE ...DIP (Dual Intelligent Processors) - It also provides you the adrenaline rush of real-time overclocking without the need to use software package. AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface, ASUS TurboV offers you with Auto Tuning! TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) & EPU (Energy Processing...
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... you the freedom to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. eliminates the need to energy consumptions. ASUS O.C. This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line... the VCore / VDDNB voltage in 0.00625V 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 open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Profile...
... you the freedom to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. eliminates the need to energy consumptions. ASUS O.C. This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line... the VCore / VDDNB voltage in 0.00625V 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 open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Profile...
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...; For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you install the memory modules from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for better overclocking capability. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Check with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. b) Install a ...module with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the OS can be about 3GB or less. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support...
...; For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you install the memory modules from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for better overclocking capability. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Check with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. b) Install a ...module with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the OS can be about 3GB or less. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support...
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... the blue slots or the black slots as 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 the latest QVL. Chapter 1 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction We suggest that you install the module...
... the blue slots or the black slots as 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 the latest QVL. Chapter 1 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction We suggest that you install the module...
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... process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. 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. Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 1-17 Keep the cap on CLRTC...
... process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. 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. Chapter 1 M5A97 LE R2.0 1-17 Keep the cap on CLRTC...
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...ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 3-1 DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS... UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed...
...ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 3-1 DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS... UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed...
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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. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides...
... 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. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides...
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... the screen shows Not Installed. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model 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...
... the screen shows Not Installed. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model 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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...allows you to adjust PCIE frequency to enhance the system performance. PCIE Frequency [Auto] This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual] or [D.O.C.P.] and allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance. Profile [...different settings to the default setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. You can manually adjust the maximum non-CPB mode CPU ratio. The values range from 100...
...allows you to adjust PCIE frequency to enhance the system performance. PCIE Frequency [Auto] This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual] or [D.O.C.P.] and allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance. Profile [...different settings to the default setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. You can manually adjust the maximum non-CPB mode CPU ratio. The values range from 100...
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...] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] [2200MHz] [2400MHz] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the CPU bus frequency overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to start auto tuning. DRAM Timing Control DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] - [12 ...] for EMI control. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. •[Enabled] Sets to READ Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 3-11
...] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] [2200MHz] [2400MHz] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the CPU bus frequency overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to start auto tuning. DRAM Timing Control DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] - [12 ...] for EMI control. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. •[Enabled] Sets to READ Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 3-11
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...setting a low voltage may lead to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up. Refer to an unstable system. Use the Save Profile function to the software ... voltage in Windows® environment and takes effect in real-time without exiting and rebooting the OS. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. For system stability, all the changes immediately Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software ...
...setting a low voltage may lead to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up. Refer to an unstable system. Use the Save Profile function to the software ... voltage in Windows® environment and takes effect in real-time without exiting and rebooting the OS. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. For system stability, all the changes immediately Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software ...
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... CPU, saves the BIOS settings, and restarts the system. 3. Click OK to start the auto-overclocking process. Read the warning messages and click Start to exit. Click Auto Tuning tab > Fast. 2. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO provides you set up a better thermal environment to prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard. • Fast...
... CPU, saves the BIOS settings, and restarts the system. 3. Click OK to start the auto-overclocking process. Read the warning messages and click Start to exit. Click Auto Tuning tab > Fast. 2. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO provides you set up a better thermal environment to prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard. • Fast...
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Chapter 4 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 4-7 After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves the BIOS settings and restarts the system. 5. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory, and restarts the system. 3. If you want to exit. ...After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating that the auto-tuning process is successful. Click OK to cancel the overclocking process. Click Auto Tuning tab > Extreme. 2. Using Extreme Tuning 1. To keep the result, click Stop. 4. Click Stop ...
Chapter 4 ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 4-7 After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves the BIOS settings and restarts the system. 5. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory, and restarts the system. 3. If you want to exit. ...After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating that the auto-tuning process is successful. Click OK to cancel the overclocking process. Click Auto Tuning tab > Extreme. 2. Using Extreme Tuning 1. To keep the result, click Stop. 4. Click Stop ...