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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS M5A99X EVO 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 M5A99X EVO 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
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... 2.0 devices for both SLI and CrossFireX. This motherboard features the AMD® 990X/SB950 platform, optimizing PCIe allocation in the new 32nm manufacturing process. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-1 It features AMD Turbo CORE Technology 2.0 to accelerate data transfer rate up to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of DDR3 2133(O.C.) / 1866/ 1600/ 1333 / 1066...
... 2.0 devices for both SLI and CrossFireX. This motherboard features the AMD® 990X/SB950 platform, optimizing PCIe allocation in the new 32nm manufacturing process. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-1 It features AMD Turbo CORE Technology 2.0 to accelerate data transfer rate up to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of DDR3 2133(O.C.) / 1866/ 1600/ 1333 / 1066...
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...and schedule the bandwidth priorities for optimized performance in your PC to launch and operates these utilities simultaneously. MemOK! Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-3 EPU EPU (Energy Processing Unit), the world's first real-time system power-saving chip, automatically detects the current system... load and intelligently moderates power usage. USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology, which supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), automatically accelerates the data transfer speed of a USB 3.0 ...
...and schedule the bandwidth priorities for optimized performance in your PC to launch and operates these utilities simultaneously. MemOK! Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-3 EPU EPU (Energy Processing Unit), the world's first real-time system power-saving chip, automatically detects the current system... load and intelligently moderates power usage. USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology, which supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), automatically accelerates the data transfer speed of a USB 3.0 ...
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...In addition to virtual surround, it upgrades the original sound to reduce carbon footprint of audio files. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-5 With these technologies, users experience better home theater audio with Audio Restoration, recreating dynamic range of the product and thus... user-friendly utility that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to an external decoder. ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Shield's special design makes it ideally protects your DIY experience. This unique module eliminates the trouble of creating environment...
...In addition to virtual surround, it upgrades the original sound to reduce carbon footprint of audio files. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-5 With these technologies, users experience better home theater audio with Audio Restoration, recreating dynamic range of the product and thus... user-friendly utility that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to an external decoder. ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Shield's special design makes it ideally protects your DIY experience. This unique module eliminates the trouble of creating environment...
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ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-7 1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-7 1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
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...; II/Sempron™ 100 Series Processors. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-9 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount AM3+ socket designed for the AMD Opteron processor. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged...
...; II/Sempron™ 100 Series Processors. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-9 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount AM3+ socket designed for the AMD Opteron processor. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged...
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... for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-11 The system maps the total size of the memory modules depend on 32-bit Windows OS, when you want to the memory address limitation... is not the JEDEC memory standard. b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less.
... for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-11 The system maps the total size of the memory modules depend on 32-bit Windows OS, when you want to the memory address limitation... is not the JEDEC memory standard. b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less.
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... • - 1.65 • • 9-9-9-27 - • 9-9-9-27 - • • 8-9-8-24 1.65 • • 10-10-10-27 1.5 • 9-9-9-24 1.65 • 9-9-9-24 1.65 • Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-13
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...; • 1.5 • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • 1.5 • • - • • - • • - • • - • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-15 DDR3 1800 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing - 9-9-9-24 Voltage 1.6 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 • • • DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No...
...; • 1.5 • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • 1.5 • • - • • - • • - • • - • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-15 DDR3 1800 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing - 9-9-9-24 Voltage 1.6 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 • • • DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No...
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.../PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 2.0 x16_1 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 x16 (Recommend x8 x4 for single VGA) x8 x8 N/A ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-21 Chapter 1 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
.../PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 2.0 x16_1 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 x16 (Recommend x8 x4 for single VGA) x8 x8 N/A ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-21 Chapter 1 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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It also allows you reboot your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-23 Chapter 1 Press the DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system using ...
It also allows you reboot your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-23 Chapter 1 Press the DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system using ...
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ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-25 Chapter 1 • The EPU LED (O2LED3) near the EPU switch lights when the switch setting is updated automatically. For more details about the USB ...
ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-25 Chapter 1 • The EPU LED (O2LED3) near the EPU switch lights when the switch setting is updated automatically. For more details about the USB ...
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... clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. function. You must turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to reenter data. You can...
... clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. function. You must turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to reenter data. You can...
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Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-29 BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The FLBK LED lights when the USB Flashback button is switched to Enable. TPU LED (O2LED1) The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is pressed for three seconds. 3. 2.
Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-29 BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The FLBK LED lights when the USB Flashback button is switched to Enable. TPU LED (O2LED1) The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is pressed for three seconds. 3. 2.
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... RAID feature is available only if you are for the Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-31 AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [gray]) These connectors are using these connectors, set to ensure that the system recognizes your ODD...
... RAID feature is available only if you are for the Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-31 AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [gray]) These connectors are using these connectors, set to ensure that the system recognizes your ODD...
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.... The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 3. Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. USB1112; Doing so will damage the motherboard! Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-33 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors...
.... The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 3. Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. USB1112; Doing so will damage the motherboard! Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-33 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors...
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...connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-35 CHA_FAN1/2/3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan...matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 and CHA_FAN3 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors...
...connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-35 CHA_FAN1/2/3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan...matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 and CHA_FAN3 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors...
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ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply ... want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-37
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply ... want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-37
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... DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. 11. TPM module is for details. Connect the button cable that supports the DirectKey function. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-39 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data...
... DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. 11. TPM module is for details. Connect the button cable that supports the DirectKey function. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-39 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data...
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Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 2-1 Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are the same for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for all models. 1.
Chapter 2 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 2-1 Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are the same for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for all models. 1.