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Power Design 1-2 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!" Guardian Angel 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-3 1.1.6 Other special features 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 ...connection 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 iii Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 specifications summary x Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product introduction...
Power Design 1-2 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!" Guardian Angel 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-3 1.1.6 Other special features 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 ...connection 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 iii Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 specifications summary x Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product introduction...
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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 DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 iv 2.3.1 Rear I/O ...Function 3-23 3.5.7 Onboard Devices 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...
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 DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 iv 2.3.1 Rear I/O ...Function 3-23 3.5.7 Onboard Devices 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...
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... EVO 4-19 4.3.5 DIGI+ Power Control 4-22 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-25 4.3.7 Ai Charger 4-27 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost 4-28 4.3.9 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-29 4.3.10 Network iControl 4-31 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-36 4.3.12 MyLogo2 4-37 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-38 Chapter 5: RAID support 5-1 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in...
... EVO 4-19 4.3.5 DIGI+ Power Control 4-22 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-25 4.3.7 Ai Charger 4-27 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost 4-28 4.3.9 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-29 4.3.10 Network iControl 4-31 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-36 4.3.12 MyLogo2 4-37 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-38 Chapter 5: RAID support 5-1 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in...
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...technology it supports. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. It includes description of the standard package. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional ... this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that...
...technology it supports. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. It includes description of the standard package. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional ... this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that...
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... Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 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 to change without notice. SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form...
... Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 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 to change without notice. SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form...
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... the freedom to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS F lashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your favorite overclocking settings. 1.1.6 Other special features 8 Channel Audio Codec The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio,... UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), automatically accelerates the data transfer speed of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. O.C. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to 170% faster than the standard USB 3.0 transfer speed....
... the freedom to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS F lashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your favorite overclocking settings. 1.1.6 Other special features 8 Channel Audio Codec The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio,... UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), automatically accelerates the data transfer speed of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. O.C. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to 170% faster than the standard USB 3.0 transfer speed....
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... that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility ... failsafe settings. To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or opencase system. A message ...
... that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility ... failsafe settings. To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or opencase system. A message ...
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...• Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is updated automatically. Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12 Chapter 2: Getting started Wait until a flashing light appears, which indicates... to automatically download the latest BIOS version. 4. You can also download the BIOS from ASUS official website www.asus.com. If the BIOS program is not operating properly. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to turn off the light. •...
...• Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is updated automatically. Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12 Chapter 2: Getting started Wait until a flashing light appears, which indicates... to automatically download the latest BIOS version. 4. You can also download the BIOS from ASUS official website www.asus.com. If the BIOS program is not operating properly. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to turn off the light. •...
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... the motherboard CMOS. 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 ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that requires further BIOS settings or update. You can easily navigate...
... the motherboard CMOS. 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 ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that requires further BIOS settings or update. You can easily navigate...
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... at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines.
... at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines.
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... depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Profile Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to display the submenu. UEFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-33 Click an item to start booting from the selected device. 3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow...
... depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Profile Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to display the submenu. UEFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-33 Click an item to start booting from the selected device. 3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow...
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Key in the BIOS Flash. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-35 Save to Profile Allows you update the BIOS file only coming from one to eight, press , and then select Yes. Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press , ...and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you to save the current BIOS settings to load the previous BIOS settings...
Key in the BIOS Flash. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-35 Save to Profile Allows you update the BIOS file only coming from one to eight, press , and then select Yes. Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press , ...and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you to save the current BIOS settings to load the previous BIOS settings...
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... follow the instructions of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-37 However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive. 3.10...
... follow the instructions of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-37 However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive. 3.10...
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... the Internet: 1. If you want to avoid network traffic. Click Next. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Select the BIOS version that you want to download. Chapter 3 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. 2. Select the...
... the Internet: 1. If you want to avoid network traffic. Click Next. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Select the BIOS version that you want to download. Chapter 3 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. 2. Select the...
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... instructions to the software manual in this section are for detailed software configuration. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-39 Chapter 3 3. Click Yes if you want to continue. 4. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file, and then click Next. 2. Locate the BIOS file and click...
... instructions to the software manual in this section are for detailed software configuration. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-39 Chapter 3 3. Click Yes if you want to continue. 4. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file, and then click Next. 2. Locate the BIOS file and click...
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... the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to the USB port. 2. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Reboot the system when the... latest BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process. 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Before you to update the BIOS without having to the Folder Info field. 6. ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 VER: 0202 fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ ...
... the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to the USB port. 2. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Reboot the system when the... latest BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process. 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Before you to update the BIOS without having to the Folder Info field. 6. ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 VER: 0202 fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ ...
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Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-41 Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to low disk capacity. 3. The succeeding utility screens are for details. 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in ... only. This utility also allows you to prevent system boot failure! Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to ensure system compatibility and stability. •...
Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-41 Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to low disk capacity. 3. The succeeding utility screens are for details. 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in ... only. This utility also allows you to prevent system boot failure! Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to ensure system compatibility and stability. •...
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...At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:\>d: D:\> Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using defaults 3. Welcome to Drive D (USB flash drive). D:\>bupdater /pc /g Chapter 3 3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Insert ...the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt...
...At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:\>d: D:\> Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using defaults 3. Welcome to Drive D (USB flash drive). D:\>bupdater /pc /g Chapter 3 3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Insert ...the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt...
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... screen fields and use the keys to confirm BIOS update. 2. Yes No Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-43 BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to update BIOS? The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Are you to select the BIOS file and press . ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/12/22] FLASH...
... screen fields and use the keys to confirm BIOS update. 2. Yes No Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-43 BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to update BIOS? The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Are you to select the BIOS file and press . ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/12/22] FLASH...
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...Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to exit BIOS Updater. Chapter 3 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Yes and press . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ...8226; For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to...
...Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to exit BIOS Updater. Chapter 3 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Yes and press . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ...8226; For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to...