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...intent to , by the purchaser for the cost of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in this information. No part of this manual may or may not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval ... software and/or other Free Open Source Software Licenses. E7472 First Edition May 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR ...
...intent to , by the purchaser for the cost of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in this information. No part of this manual may or may not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval ... software and/or other Free Open Source Software Licenses. E7472 First Edition May 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR ...
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... Flash 2 Utility 3-32 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-32 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-33 3.9 Exit menu 3-34 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-35 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-35 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-38 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-40 Chapter 4: Software support 4-1 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 DIGI+ Power...
... Flash 2 Utility 3-32 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-32 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-33 3.9 Exit menu 3-34 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-35 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-35 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-38 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-40 Chapter 4: Software support 4-1 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 DIGI+ Power...
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... signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables from the existing system before you detect any area where it , carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. vi Safety...
... signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables from the existing system before you detect any area where it , carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. vi Safety...
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... prevent injury to yourself when trying to select. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. . Conventions used throughout this manual.
... prevent injury to yourself when trying to select. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. . Conventions used throughout this manual.
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...3GB. DTS Connect - Optical S/PDIF Out port at back I/O - ASUS Noise Filter (continued on the next page) ix Supports 192khz/ 24bit True BD Lossless Sound - DTS UltraPC II - Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection - M5A99FX PRO R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU... Memory Dual channel memory architecture *Due to CPU spec., AMD 100 Series CPUs support up to DDR3 1333MHz. **Due to www.asus.com or user manual for AMD® Phenom™II/Athlon™ II/Sempron™ 100 Series Processors AMD 140W CPU Support AMD Cool 'n' Quiet...
...3GB. DTS Connect - Optical S/PDIF Out port at back I/O - ASUS Noise Filter (continued on the next page) ix Supports 192khz/ 24bit True BD Lossless Sound - DTS UltraPC II - Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection - M5A99FX PRO R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU... Memory Dual channel memory architecture *Due to CPU spec., AMD 100 Series CPUs support up to DDR3 1333MHz. **Due to www.asus.com or user manual for AMD® Phenom™II/Athlon™ II/Sempron™ 100 Series Processors AMD 140W CPU Support AMD Cool 'n' Quiet...
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M5A99FX PRO R2.0 specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD contents Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) ...2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 4 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 2 in 1 Q-connector 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector I/O Shield User's manual Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject ...
M5A99FX PRO R2.0 specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD contents Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) ...2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 4 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 2 in 1 Q-connector 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector I/O Shield User's manual Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject ...
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xiii Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ASUS I/O Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
xiii Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ASUS I/O Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
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... the user-friendly AI Suite II utility. It's upgraded with one-click extreme performance optimization with a single click and adjust CPU ratios manually in class control for both CPU and DRAM The New DIGI+ Power Control design with an extensive and intuitive UEFI BIOS, overclocking very ... onboard, users can adjust CPU and DRAM voltage and VRM switching frequencies for a Blazing Performance Boost Always at the forefront of power design, ASUS propels you a complete CPU, memory and new SMART DIGI+ Technology with profile tuning digital power solution, which works with New DIGI+ Power ...
... the user-friendly AI Suite II utility. It's upgraded with one-click extreme performance optimization with a single click and adjust CPU ratios manually in class control for both CPU and DRAM The New DIGI+ Power Control design with an extensive and intuitive UEFI BIOS, overclocking very ... onboard, users can adjust CPU and DRAM voltage and VRM switching frequencies for a Blazing Performance Boost Always at the forefront of power design, ASUS propels you a complete CPU, memory and new SMART DIGI+ Technology with profile tuning digital power solution, which works with New DIGI+ Power ...
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... loaded XMP profile is the standard way of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. c) For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency...manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following: a) Use a maximum of the memory modules depend on the motherboard. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to DDR3 1066MHz. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99FX PRO...
... loaded XMP profile is the standard way of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. c) For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency...manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following: a) Use a maximum of the memory modules depend on the motherboard. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to DDR3 1066MHz. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99FX PRO...
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...DIMM before using the MemOK! switch lights continuously. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is not properly installed. ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 1-25 Chapter 1 MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS ... at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. 2. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic...
...DIMM before using the MemOK! switch lights continuously. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is not properly installed. ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 1-25 Chapter 1 MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS ... at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. 2. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic...
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Refer to section 3.5.4 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 the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for Serial ATA ...
Refer to section 3.5.4 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 the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for Serial ATA ...
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... that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-1 We strongly recommend that... easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS 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 UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional ...
... that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-1 We strongly recommend that... easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS 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 UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional ...
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... the maximum non-CPB mode CPU ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to [Enabled] for the system. [Manual] Allows you to CPU base or factory setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [800MHz] [1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] CPU ...CPU and DRAM for EMI control. The value will be limit to individually set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-9 Configuration options: [Auto] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] HT Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to achieve the desired CPU ...
... the maximum non-CPB mode CPU ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to [Enabled] for the system. [Manual] Allows you to CPU base or factory setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [800MHz] [1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] CPU ...CPU and DRAM for EMI control. The value will be limit to individually set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-9 Configuration options: [Auto] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] HT Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to achieve the desired CPU ...
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...actual performance boost may vary depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Switching ...Standard] Phase number is defined by typing the desired values using the keyboard and press the key. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Chapter 3 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The CPU working voltage will affects the VRM transient response and component thermal. Configuration ...
...actual performance boost may vary depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Switching ...Standard] Phase number is defined by typing the desired values using the keyboard and press the key. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Chapter 3 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The CPU working voltage will affects the VRM transient response and component thermal. Configuration ...
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... item appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to set the DRAM current capability. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [Fast] [Ultra Fast] CPU Power Thermal Control [130] Allows you to control the... Control [Auto] Allows you to 0.70000V with a 0.00625V interval. Configuration options: [Optimized] [Extreme] CPU & NB Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set the Offset voltage. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This item allows you to control the CPU Power Response.
... item appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to set the DRAM current capability. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [Fast] [Ultra Fast] CPU Power Thermal Control [130] Allows you to control the... Control [Auto] Allows you to 0.70000V with a 0.00625V interval. Configuration options: [Optimized] [Extreme] CPU & NB Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set the Offset voltage. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This item allows you to control the CPU Power Response.
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... [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to 1.25V with a 0.00625V interval. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system ... & NB Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to set a fixed CPU/NB voltage. CPU/NB Manual Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set the CPU/NB Offset voltage. NB 1.8V Voltage [Auto] The values range...
... [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to 1.25V with a 0.00625V interval. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system ... & NB Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to set a fixed CPU/NB voltage. CPU/NB Manual Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set the CPU/NB Offset voltage. NB 1.8V Voltage [Auto] The values range...
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Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-23 F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1208. 3.5.6 CPU Core On/Off Function UEFI BIOS Utility - Exit Boot Tool Enabled ASUS Core Unlocker to different...Core Activation [Auto] This item lets user turn off cores manually except core 1. ASM1061 Storage Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the SATA6G_E12 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The number of processor. [Warning] System might become ...
Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-23 F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1208. 3.5.6 CPU Core On/Off Function UEFI BIOS Utility - Exit Boot Tool Enabled ASUS Core Unlocker to different...Core Activation [Auto] This item lets user turn off cores manually except core 1. ASM1061 Storage Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the SATA6G_E12 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The number of processor. [Warning] System might become ...
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.... [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Ignore] [100RPM] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan...
.... [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Ignore] [100RPM] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan...
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... performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-35 Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system's failure to restore the BIOS in case you need to boot. Save a copy of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility...
... performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-35 Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system's failure to restore the BIOS in case you need to boot. Save a copy of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility...
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... complete the update process. • The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-37 Follow the onscreen instructions to change the boot logo or No to the software manual in this section are for detailed software configuration. Chapter 3 3. The actual BIOS information...
... complete the update process. • The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 3-37 Follow the onscreen instructions to change the boot logo or No to the software manual in this section are for detailed software configuration. Chapter 3 3. The actual BIOS information...