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......vii About this guide...viii SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 specifications summary x Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 "Ultimate COOL!" Thermal Solution 1-2 1.1.3 "TUF ENGINE!" Guardian Angel 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-3 1.1.6 Other ...SATA device 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 Power Design 1-2 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!"
......vii About this guide...viii SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 specifications summary x Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 "Ultimate COOL!" Thermal Solution 1-2 1.1.3 "TUF ENGINE!" Guardian Angel 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-3 1.1.6 Other ...SATA device 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 Power Design 1-2 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!"
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...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 connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-15 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-17 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-1 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS...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...
...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 connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-15 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-17 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-1 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS...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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... Thermal Radar 4-4 4.3.3 Remote GO 4-8 4.3.4 TurboV 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...
... Thermal Radar 4-4 4.3.3 Remote GO 4-8 4.3.4 TurboV 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...
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... descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter...describes the RAID configurations. • Chapter 6: Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that ...
... descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter...describes the RAID configurations. • Chapter 6: Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to the ASUS contact information. 2. 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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... 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 factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo...
... 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 factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo...
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... through product design and innovation to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS F lashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility...
... through product design and innovation to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS F lashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility...
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...If the installed DIMMs still fail to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. • Refer to boot after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning ... switch to enhance system performance. 1. MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to test one set is ideal for the system 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 ...
...If the installed DIMMs still fail to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. • Refer to boot after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning ... switch to enhance system performance. 1. MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to test one set is ideal for the system 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 ...
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... to the system's failure to automatically download the latest BIOS version. 4. You can also download the BIOS from ASUS official website www.asus.com. This may have risks. Follow the onscreen instructions to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to boot up, please contact your local...
... to the system's failure to automatically download the latest BIOS version. 4. You can also download the BIOS from ASUS official website www.asus.com. This may have risks. Follow the onscreen instructions to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to boot up, please contact your local...
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... personnel. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores... during the system bootup and requests you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture,...
... personnel. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores... during the system bootup and requests you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture,...
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... power button to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode... and Advanced Mode. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the...
... power button to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode... and Advanced Mode. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the...
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.... Select an item then press to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker > ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility > ASUS SPD Information > ASUS O.C. Profile Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to display the submenu. When you to confirm your choice. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-33 Click an item to start...
.... Select an item then press to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker > ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility > ASUS SPD Information > ASUS O.C. Profile Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to display the submenu. When you to confirm your choice. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-33 Click an item to start...
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... Not Installed if no profile is created. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-35 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile > Advanced O.C. UEFI BIOS Utility - Key in the BIOS Flash. 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...
... Not Installed if no profile is created. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-35 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile > Advanced O.C. UEFI BIOS Utility - Key in the BIOS Flash. 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...
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... you to update your BIOS if necessary. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is available in Windows® environment. 2. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in the support DVD that allows you to boot. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using a USB flash drive. 3. Save a copy of this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-37 Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com...
... you to update your BIOS if necessary. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is available in Windows® environment. 2. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in the support DVD that allows you to boot. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using a USB flash drive. 3. Save a copy of this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-37 Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com...
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... and auto backup functions, tick Enable BIOS downgrade and Automatically backup my current BIOS. 3. Click Next. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. If you update the BIOS using this utility. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click...
... and auto backup functions, tick Enable BIOS downgrade and Automatically backup my current BIOS. 3. Click Next. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. If you update the BIOS using this utility. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click...
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... for reference only. Follow the onscreen instructions to change the BIOS boot logo. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-39 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Locate the BIOS file and click Next. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file, and then click Next. 2. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to continue. 4. You can decide whether...
... for reference only. Follow the onscreen instructions to change the BIOS boot logo. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-39 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Locate the BIOS file and click Next. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file, and then click Next. 2. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to continue. 4. You can decide whether...
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... 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-41 See section 3.9 Exit Menu for reference only. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under DOS environment. 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 low disk capacity. 3. The succeeding utility screens are for details. 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater...
... 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 3-41 See section 3.9 Exit Menu for reference only. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under DOS environment. 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 low disk capacity. 3. The succeeding utility screens are for details. 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater...
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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? 2. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/12/22] FLASH TYPE: MX1C 25L1065A Current ROM BOARD:SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 VER: 0204 DATE: 05/30/2012 Update ROM BOARD: UNKNOWN VER: UNKNOWN DATE: UNKNOWN PATH: A:\ A: ST990R20.CAP 2097152 2012-05-30 17:30:48...
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? 2. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/12/22] FLASH TYPE: MX1C 25L1065A Current ROM BOARD:SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 VER: 0204 DATE: 05/30/2012 Update ROM BOARD: UNKNOWN VER: UNKNOWN DATE: UNKNOWN PATH: A:\ A: ST990R20.CAP 2097152 2012-05-30 17:30:48...
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...; Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select Yes and press . See Chaper 3 of your computer. When BIOS update is done, press to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. Select the Load...
...; Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select Yes and press . See Chaper 3 of your computer. When BIOS update is done, press to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. Select the Load...
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... changes made. Click Apply to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 4-29 4.3.9 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback allows you have installed the USB storage device to your download schedule. 2. Click Check for New BIOS Update to check for your computer's USB port. 1. Downloading the updated BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure...
... changes made. Click Apply to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 4-29 4.3.9 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback allows you have installed the USB storage device to your download schedule. 2. Click Check for New BIOS Update to check for your computer's USB port. 1. Downloading the updated BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure...
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... you back up the original BIOS file. 4-36 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Using ASUS Update Select any of these options to update the BIOS: • Update BIOS from Internet Allows you to download the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com and follow the onscreen instructions to boot. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update> ASUS Update on the AI Suite...
... you back up the original BIOS file. 4-36 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Using ASUS Update Select any of these options to update the BIOS: • Update BIOS from Internet Allows you to download the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com and follow the onscreen instructions to boot. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update> ASUS Update on the AI Suite...