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... Configuration 3-24 3.5.8 APM 3-26 3.5.9 Network Stack 3-27 3.6 Monitor menu 3-28 3.7 Boot menu 3-31 3.8 Tools menu 3-33 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-33 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-34 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-35 3.9 Exit menu 3-36 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-37 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-37 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-40 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-41 Chapter 4: Software support 4-1 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support...
... Configuration 3-24 3.5.8 APM 3-26 3.5.9 Network Stack 3-27 3.6 Monitor menu 3-28 3.7 Boot menu 3-31 3.8 Tools menu 3-33 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-33 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-34 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-35 3.9 Exit menu 3-36 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-37 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-37 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-40 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-41 Chapter 4: Software support 4-1 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support...
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..., Cap & MOSFET certified by military standard) - TUF CeraM!X heatsink coating technology - USB 3.0 Boost Network iControl ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode USB BIOS Flashback AI Suite II ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM ASUS O.C. SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 specifications summary USB Exclusive TUF features Other special features 3 x ASMedia® USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB 3.0 ports...
..., Cap & MOSFET certified by military standard) - TUF CeraM!X heatsink coating technology - USB 3.0 Boost Network iControl ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode USB BIOS Flashback AI Suite II ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM ASUS O.C. SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 specifications summary USB Exclusive TUF features Other special features 3 x ASMedia® USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB 3.0 ports...
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... DirectKey DirectKey allows you to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system's bootup. 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-... cable and route setup. 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!" The ASUS exclusive Anti-Static chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and ensure the motherboard's lifespan. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 1-3 ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12...
... DirectKey DirectKey allows you to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system's bootup. 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-... cable and route setup. 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!" The ASUS exclusive Anti-Static chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and ensure the motherboard's lifespan. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 1-3 ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12...
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... the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up when the DIMM is ideal for about 30 seconds for successful boot. • Refer to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! It takes about... 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up due to enhance system performance. 1. If the test fails, the ...
... the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up when the DIMM is ideal for about 30 seconds for successful boot. • Refer to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! It takes about... 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up due to enhance system performance. 1. If the test fails, the ...
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Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 1-25 DirectKey button This feature allows your system to go through POST (without having to turn on button to allow your system will shut down. ...; When the system is on and you reboot your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. With DirectKey, you to press the key during boot-up. 2. It also allows you can enter the BIOS anytime without entering the BIOS) when you press the DirectKey button, your system to go to...
Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 1-25 DirectKey button This feature allows your system to go through POST (without having to turn on button to allow your system will shut down. ...; When the system is on and you reboot your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. With DirectKey, you to press the key during boot-up. 2. It also allows you can enter the BIOS anytime without entering the BIOS) when you press the DirectKey button, your system to go to...
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... can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the power... supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC...
... can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the power... supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC...
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...provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to use a power supply unit (PSU) that you are...9. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 1-35 The power supply plugs are for details. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs.
...provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to use a power supply unit (PSU) that you are...9. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 1-35 The power supply plugs are for details. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs.
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...directory of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. This may have risks. You can also download the BIOS from ASUS official website www.asus.com. Wait until a flashing light appears, which indicates that the BIOS Flashback function is ongoing, otherwise update will be caused ...instructions to the USB Flashback port. 3. Rename the file as ST990R20.CAP, and save it in BIOS setup, refer to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12 Chapter 2: Getting started Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to easily update the BIOS without entering the ...
...directory of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. This may have risks. You can also download the BIOS from ASUS official website www.asus.com. Wait until a flashing light appears, which indicates that the BIOS Flashback function is ongoing, otherwise update will be caused ...instructions to the USB Flashback port. 3. Rename the file as ST990R20.CAP, and save it in BIOS setup, refer to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12 Chapter 2: Getting started Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to easily update the BIOS without entering the ...
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... short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. At power on the BIOS setting.
... short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. At power on the BIOS setting.
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... to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new... CMOS. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to instability or...
... to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new... CMOS. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to instability or...
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... Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. See section 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change modes...
... Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. See section 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change modes...
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... system, or enters the Advanced Mode UEFI BIOS Utility - ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu (F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. The EZ Mode provides... you an overview of the BIOS setup program Click to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. EZ Mode Monday [03/25/2012] SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 BIOS Version : 0202 CPU Type : AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 965 Processor Total Memory : 2048 MB (...
... system, or enters the Advanced Mode UEFI BIOS Utility - ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu (F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. The EZ Mode provides... you an overview of the BIOS setup program Click to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. EZ Mode Monday [03/25/2012] SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 BIOS Version : 0202 CPU Type : AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 965 Processor Total Memory : 2048 MB (...
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... The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for 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... Repost > Serial Port Configuration > SB HD Azalia Configuration Monitor Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled ASM1061 Storage OPROM →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To...
... The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for 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... Repost > Serial Port Configuration > SB HD Azalia Configuration Monitor Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled ASM1061 Storage OPROM →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To...
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...press . Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the menu screen are items that do not fit on the screen. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-5 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. You cannot select an... when selected. Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to display the other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on any menu screen means that item. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to the previous menu screen.
...press . Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the menu screen are items that do not fit on the screen. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-5 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. You cannot select an... when selected. Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to display the other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on any menu screen means that item. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to the previous menu screen.
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... MBECI-0006 System Language English System Date System Time [Fri 03/12/2012] [16:46:15] Access Level Administrator > Security Boot Tool Choose the system default language Security The Security menu items allow you set a password, these items show the default [Not ...system information, and allows you have Administrator rights Administrator Password User Password Administrator Password User Password Monitor Not Installed Not Installed Boot Tool To clear the administrator password, key in the current password in the Enter Current Password box, and then press...
... MBECI-0006 System Language English System Date System Time [Fri 03/12/2012] [16:46:15] Access Level Administrator > Security Boot Tool Choose the system default language Security The Security menu items allow you set a password, these items show the default [Not ...system information, and allows you have Administrator rights Administrator Password User Password Administrator Password User Password Monitor Not Installed Not Installed Boot Tool To clear the administrator password, key in the current password in the Enter Current Password box, and then press...
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... menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display other BIOS items. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Current CPU Speed Target CPU Speed Current Memory Frequency Current NB Frequency Current HT Link Speed : 3400MHz : 3200MHz : 1333MHz : 2000MHz : 2000MHz Ai Overclock Tuner...
... menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display other BIOS items. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Current CPU Speed Target CPU Speed Current Memory Frequency Current NB Frequency Current HT Link Speed : 3400MHz : 3200MHz : 1333MHz : 2000MHz : 2000MHz Ai Overclock Tuner...
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UEFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-17 Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the ... Ai Tweaker > CPU Configuration > North Bridge > South Bridge > SATA Configuration > USB Configuration > CPU Core On/Off Function > Onboard Devices Configuration > APM > Network Stack Advanced Monitor Boot Tool CPU Configuration Parameters →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5...
UEFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-17 Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the ... Ai Tweaker > CPU Configuration > North Bridge > South Bridge > SATA Configuration > USB Configuration > CPU Core On/Off Function > Onboard Devices Configuration > APM > Network Stack Advanced Monitor Boot Tool CPU Configuration Parameters →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5...
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... Cache: 64 KB/2-way L2 Cache: 512 KB/16-way Total L3 Cache per Socket: 6 MB/48-way Cool 'n' Quiet Enabled C1E Enabled SVM Enabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled the generation of ACPI _PPC, _PSS, and _PCT objects.
... Cache: 64 KB/2-way L2 Cache: 512 KB/16-way Total L3 Cache per Socket: 6 MB/48-way Cool 'n' Quiet Enabled C1E Enabled SVM Enabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled the generation of ACPI _PPC, _PSS, and _PCT objects.
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...] Channel Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable Memory Channel Interleaving function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-19 Configuration options: [Disabled] [64MB] Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable Memory Bank Interleaving ... Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ North Bridge > North Bridge Configuration IOMMU > Memory Configuration Advanced Monitor Disabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled IOMMU Initiate Graphic Adapter Starting Address: 0 KB Ending Address: 2097152 KB DIMM0: Not Present DIMM1...
...] Channel Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable Memory Channel Interleaving function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-19 Configuration options: [Disabled] [64MB] Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable Memory Bank Interleaving ... Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ North Bridge > North Bridge Configuration IOMMU > Memory Configuration Advanced Monitor Disabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled IOMMU Initiate Graphic Adapter Starting Address: 0 KB Ending Address: 2097152 KB DIMM0: Not Present DIMM1...
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...Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Advanced Mode Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ South Bridge > HPET Advanced Monitor Enabled Boot HPET TIMER Exit Tool HPET [Enabled] Allows you to select unganged DRAM mode (64-bit width). [Enabled]: Ganged mode. [Disabled]: Unganged mose. DCT Unganged... High Precision Event Timer (HPET). Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to set which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] 3.5.3 South Bridge Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility -
...Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Advanced Mode Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ South Bridge > HPET Advanced Monitor Enabled Boot HPET TIMER Exit Tool HPET [Enabled] Allows you to select unganged DRAM mode (64-bit width). [Enabled]: Ganged mode. [Disabled]: Unganged mose. DCT Unganged... High Precision Event Timer (HPET). Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to set which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] 3.5.3 South Bridge Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility -