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... BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - Front Panel USB 3.0 Support - AI Suite II - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary USB ASUS Unique Features 2 x ASMedia USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel) ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for front panel support - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back...
... BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - Front Panel USB 3.0 Support - AI Suite II - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary USB ASUS Unique Features 2 x ASMedia USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel) ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for front panel support - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back...
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M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary ASUS overclocking features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Ports Precision Tweaker 2: - vNB: Adjustable NB voltage at 0.00625V increment - vNB HT bus: Adjustable HT voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: ... 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x eSATA 6Gb...
M5A99X EVO R2.0 specifications summary ASUS overclocking features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Ports Precision Tweaker 2: - vNB: Adjustable NB voltage at 0.00625V increment - vNB HT bus: Adjustable HT voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: ... 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x eSATA 6Gb...
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... support up to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. 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. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-1 Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1 1.1.1...panels, allowing you the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for double speed and bandwidth that enhances system performance. It provides better overclocking capabilities with AMD®'s latest AM3+ and multi-core CPUs to 8-core native CPU cores, and AMD®...
... support up to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. 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. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-1 Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1 1.1.1...panels, allowing you the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for double speed and bandwidth that enhances system performance. It provides better overclocking capabilities with AMD®'s latest AM3+ and multi-core CPUs to 8-core native CPU cores, and AMD®...
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..., and allows ultra-precise DRAM tuning anad ultra-precise CPU control. Bundled with an extensive and intuitive UEFI BIOS, overclocking very large memory setups has become extremely easy. It includes two digital voltage controllers that automatically detects and identifies what types... VRM switching frequencies for various overclocking scenarios with its two digital voltage controllers, the New DIGI+ Power Control offers an enhanced overall power delivery solution on the AMD platform, the evolutionaary, innovative, and industry-leading ASUS third-generation Dual Intelligent Processors...
..., and allows ultra-precise DRAM tuning anad ultra-precise CPU control. Bundled with an extensive and intuitive UEFI BIOS, overclocking very large memory setups has become extremely easy. It includes two digital voltage controllers that automatically detects and identifies what types... VRM switching frequencies for various overclocking scenarios with its two digital voltage controllers, the New DIGI+ Power Control offers an enhanced overall power delivery solution on the AMD platform, the evolutionaary, innovative, and industry-leading ASUS third-generation Dual Intelligent Processors...
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... memory rescue tool, allows you to play multimedia contents. • Remote Desktop: Operate and control your PC to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via Wi-Fi. EPU EPU (Energy Processing Unit), the ...the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to launch and operates these utilities simultaneously. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-3 links PCs, tablets, smartphones, and TVs wirelessly together through the Auto Tuning and TurboV functions. It offers a total system-...
... memory rescue tool, allows you to play multimedia contents. • Remote Desktop: Operate and control your PC to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via Wi-Fi. EPU EPU (Energy Processing Unit), the ...the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to launch and operates these utilities simultaneously. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-3 links PCs, tablets, smartphones, and TVs wirelessly together through the Auto Tuning and TurboV functions. It offers a total system-...
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...usable memory for the OS can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some memory modules for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. com/kb/929605/en-...; For system stability, use of the same version or date code (D/C) from a memory module. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-11 c) For more efficient memory cooling system to get the correct memory modules. • Memory modules with the retailer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.
...usable memory for the OS can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some memory modules for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. com/kb/929605/en-...; For system stability, use of the same version or date code (D/C) from a memory module. Chapter 1 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-11 c) For more efficient memory cooling system to get the correct memory modules. • Memory modules with the retailer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.
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... the latest QVL. 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...
... the latest QVL. 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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...the press of a button. It also allows you reboot your system to go through POST (without having to section 3.7 Boot Menu for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. DirectKey button (DirectKey) This ... DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to save your data before using the power-on and you to enhance system performance. 1. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-23 Chapter 1 This is on button to allow you press the DirectKey button, your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST....
...the press of a button. It also allows you reboot your system to go through POST (without having to section 3.7 Boot Menu for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. DirectKey button (DirectKey) This ... DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to save your data before using the power-on and you to enhance system performance. 1. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-23 Chapter 1 This is on button to allow you press the DirectKey button, your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST....
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.... button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to test one set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! A message will appear during...2. MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible ...
.... button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to test one set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! A message will appear during...2. MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible ...
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..., then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. For system failure due to enable C.P.R. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. The onboard...
..., then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 1-27 Chapter 1 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. For system failure due to enable C.P.R. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. The onboard...
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... Speaker Out Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows...
... Speaker Out Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows...
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DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-1 BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as your operating system. In normal... default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise...
DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-1 BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as your operating system. In normal... default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise...
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... options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio AMD Turbo Core Technology Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum ...: 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2600MHz Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Disabled: It might enhance CPU Bus Frequency overclocking ability. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then ...
... options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio AMD Turbo Core Technology Memory Frequency CPU/NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCIe Spread Spectrum ...: 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2600MHz Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Disabled: It might enhance CPU Bus Frequency overclocking ability. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then ...
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... 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2600MHz Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Disabled: It might enhance CPU Bus Frequency overclocking ability. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on top of the Ai Tweaker ... Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. After you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the screen shows Not Installed. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow...
... 1333MHz Current NB Frequency : 220MHz Current HT Link Speed : 2600MHz Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Disabled: It might enhance CPU Bus Frequency overclocking ability. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on top of the Ai Tweaker ... Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. After you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the screen shows Not Installed. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow...
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...Enhances CPU bus frequency overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for the system. [Manual] Allows you to set AMD Turbo CORE technology to [Enabled]. Use the and keys to adjust the ratio. Use the and keys to adjust the ratio. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-9 CPU Ratio [...valid value ranges vary according to become unstable! CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU/NB frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [...
...Enhances CPU bus frequency overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for the system. [Manual] Allows you to set AMD Turbo CORE technology to [Enabled]. Use the and keys to adjust the ratio. Use the and keys to adjust the ratio. Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-9 CPU Ratio [...valid value ranges vary according to become unstable! CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU/NB frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [...
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Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OC Tuner [CANCEL] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for EMI control. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] EPU Setting [Auto] This item appears only when you set ...] [8 CLK] [10 CLK] [12 CLK] [14 CLK] [16 CLK] Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIe overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for enhancing the system performance.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OC Tuner [CANCEL] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for EMI control. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] EPU Setting [Auto] This item appears only when you set ...] [8 CLK] [10 CLK] [12 CLK] [14 CLK] [16 CLK] Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIe overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for enhancing the system performance.
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... [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specifiation. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] CPU Currrent Capability [Auto]...25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme). A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. You can also use the and keys to CPU loading. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [...
... [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specifiation. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] CPU Currrent Capability [Auto]...25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme). A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. You can also use the and keys to CPU loading. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [...
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... under heavy system loading to increase VRM efficiency [Standard] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. Configuration options: [Auto...range for overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] VRM Fixed Frequency Mode This item appears only when you to control the CPU/NB Power Response. The values range from 200KHz to [Manual]. Configuration options: [130] ~ [151] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-...
... under heavy system loading to increase VRM efficiency [Standard] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. Configuration options: [Auto...range for overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] VRM Fixed Frequency Mode This item appears only when you to control the CPU/NB Power Response. The values range from 200KHz to [Manual]. Configuration options: [130] ~ [151] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 3-...
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It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to enhance reliability and stability. 4.3.2 DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to prolong the component lifespan and minimize power ... 4: Software support Smart DIGI+ Key 1 2 3 1 Smart DIGI+ Key Quickly delivers an optimized VRM frequency, voltage, and current for superior CPU/DRAM overclocking performance with one click. 2 OC Now! Adjusts the ratio settings in TurboV. 3 Default Sets your CPU/DRAM power to default settings. To launch DIGI...
It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to enhance reliability and stability. 4.3.2 DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to prolong the component lifespan and minimize power ... 4: Software support Smart DIGI+ Key 1 2 3 1 Smart DIGI+ Key Quickly delivers an optimized VRM frequency, voltage, and current for superior CPU/DRAM overclocking performance with one click. 2 OC Now! Adjusts the ratio settings in TurboV. 3 Default Sets your CPU/DRAM power to default settings. To launch DIGI...
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...ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 4-5 A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery. 3 CPU Voltage Frequency Switching frequency will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. CPU Power CPU Power offers precise digital power control for CPU and CPU/NB to enhance efficiency, stability, and performance for overclocking.... Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. 2 CPU Current Capability CPU...
...ASUS M5A99X EVO R2.0 4-5 A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery. 3 CPU Voltage Frequency Switching frequency will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. CPU Power CPU Power offers precise digital power control for CPU and CPU/NB to enhance efficiency, stability, and performance for overclocking.... Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. 2 CPU Current Capability CPU...