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M5A97 R2.0
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E8046
Revised Edition V2
January 2013
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Contents
Chapter 1:
Product introduction
Product highlights........................................................................1-1
DIP (Dual Intelligent Processors) - TPU
(TurboV Processing Unit) & EPU (Energy Processing Unit) .......1-2
ASUS Exclusive Features ...........................................................1-2
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution .....................................................1-3
ASUS EZ DIY ..............................................................................1-3
1.1.6 Other Features ............................................................................1-4
Before you proceed .....................................................................1-5
Motherboard layout .....................................................................1-6
Central Processing Unit (CPU) ...................................................1-8
System memory ..........................................................................1-8
Expansion slots .........................................................................1-14
Onboard switches and buttons..................................................1-16
Jumpers ....................................................................................1-19
Onboard LEDs ..........................................................................1-20
Internal connectors....................................................................1-21
Chapter 2:
Basic Installation
2.1.1 Motherboard installation ..............................................................2-1
CPU installation...........................................................................2-4
CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation ...............................2-5
DIMM installation.........................................................................2-8
ATX Power connection ................................................................2-9
SATA device connection ............................................................2-10
Expansion Card installation....................................................... 2-11
2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback ................................................................2-12
Motherboard rear and audio connections .............................................2-13
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2.3.1 Rear I/O connection ..................................................................2-13
2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ...............................................................2-15
Chapter 3:
BIOS setup
3.2.2 Advanced Mode ..........................................................................3-4
3.5.1 CPU Configuration ....................................................................3-14
North Bridge ..............................................................................3-15
South Bridge .............................................................................3-16
SATA Configuration ...................................................................3-16
USB Configuration ....................................................................3-17
CPU Core On/Off Function .......................................................3-18
Onboard Devices Configuration ................................................3-18
APM ..........................................................................................3-19
Network Stack ...........................................................................3-20
ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............................................................3-26
ASUS SPD Information .............................................................3-26
ASUS O.C. Profile .....................................................................3-26
3.10.1 ASUS Update ............................................................................3-28
3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ......................................................................3-31
3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater .................................................................3-33
Chapter 4:
Software support
Installing an operating system .................................................................4-1
4.2.1 Running the support DVD ...........................................................4-1
4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals..................................................4-2
AI Suite II.....................................................................................4-3
TurboV EVO ................................................................................4-4
EPU .............................................................................................4-8
Remote GO! ................................................................................4-9
USB 3.0 Boost...........................................................................4-20
Network iControl........................................................................4-21
USB BIOS Flashback Wizard....................................................4-25
FAN Xpert..................................................................................4-27
Ai Charger+ ...............................................................................4-28
4.3.11 Sensor Recorder .......................................................................4-30
4.3.12 ASUS Update ............................................................................4-32
4.3.14 Audio configurations..................................................................4-35
Chapter 5:
RAID support
RAID definitions ..........................................................................5-1
Installing Serial ATA hard disks ...................................................5-2
Setting the RAID item in BIOS ....................................................5-2
AMD ® Option ROM utility ............................................................5-3
5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ..................5-6
5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® ....................................5-6
Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® OS installation ........5-7
Using a USB floppy disk drive .....................................................5-8
Chapter 6:
Multiple GPU support
AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology ...............................................................6-1
Requirements ..............................................................................6-1
Before you begin .........................................................................6-1
Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards ................................6-2
Installing the device drivers .........................................................6-3
Enabling the AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology .............................6-3
Appendices
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Safety information
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Electrical safety
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
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Operation safety
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.
Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.
Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
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Chapter 2: Basic Installation
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
Chapter 3: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Chapter 4: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software.
Chapter 5: RAID support
This chapter describes the RAID configurations.
Chapter 6: Multiple GPU technology support
This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple AMD ® CrossFireX™ graphics cards.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
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Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. .
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
Typography
Bold text
Italics
<Key>
Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+).
M5A97 R2.0 specifications summary
CPU
Chipset
System Bus
Memory
Expansion slots
Multi-GPU support
Storage
AMD ® Socket AM3+ for AMD
AMD ® Socket AM3 for AMD
Series processors
® FX Series CPU up to 8-core, compatible with
® Phenon TM II / Athlon TM II / Sempron TM 100
AMD ® 140W CPU Support
AMD ® Cool ‘n’ Quiet TM support
Support AM3+ 32nm CPU
• Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD ® CPU support list
AMD ® 970 / SB950
Up to 4800MT/s; HyperTransport TM 3.0
4 x DIMMs, Max. 32GB, DDR3 2133 (O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz,
ECC, Non-ECC, unbuffered memory
• The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above
DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market.
• Due to CPU spec, AMD 100 Series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With
ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz.
• Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
• When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows ® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows ® 32-bit operating system.
2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slots (Blue @x16 speed, Black @x4 speed)
2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots
2 x PCI slots
Supports AMD ® Quad-GPU CrossFireX TM Technology
LAN
Audio
USB
AMD ® SB950 Chipset:
- 6 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Realtek ® 8111F Gigabit LAN controller
Realtek 887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking
- Supports optical S/PDIF out interface at the back I/O
- ASUS Noise Filter
AMD ® SB950 Chipset:
- 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel)
2 x Asmedia ® USB3.0 controller:
- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue)*
- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support
* Supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode.
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M5A97 R2.0 specifications summary
ASUS unique features
ASUS exclusive overclocking features
ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors
ASUS EPU
- EPU
ASUS TPU
- Auto Tuning, TurboV
ASUS Power Design
- 4+2 Phase Power Design
ASUS Exclusive Features
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
- ASUS Remote GO!
- ASUS USB 3.0 Boost
- ASUS Network iControl
- Front Panel USB 3.0 Support
- ASUS MemOK!
- ASUS AI Suite II
- ASUS Ai Charger+
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
- ASUS Fanless Design: heatsink solution
- ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS DirectKey
- USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download scheduling
- ASUS O.C. Profile
- Precision Tweaker 2
- Multi-language BIOS
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
- ASUS My Logo 2
ASUS Q Design
- ASUS Q-Slot
Precision Tweaker 2
- vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vDDNB: Adjustable CPU/NB voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vNB: Adjustable NB voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vNB HT Bus: Adjustable HT voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vSB: Adjustable SB voltage at 0.00500V increment
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection):
- Internal Base Clock tuning from 100MHz up to 600MHz at 1MHz increment
- PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment
Overclocking Protection:
- ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall)
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M5A97 R2.0 specifications summary
Back Panel I/O ports
Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches
BIOS
Manageability
Accessories
Support DVD
Form factor
1 x PS/2 Keyboard (Purple)
1 x PS/2 Mouse (Green)
1 x Optical S/PDIF output port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (1 port supports USB BIOS Flashback)
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue)
6 audio jacks for 8-channel audio
3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB ports
1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19 pin)
6 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x COM connector
1 x TPM header
1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x MemOK! button
1 x DirectKey button
1 x DRCT header
1 x System panel connector
1 x CPU fan connector (4-pin)
3 x Chassis fan connectors (3 x 4-pin)
1 x 24-pin EATX power connector
1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector
64Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS
V2.7, ACPI 2.0a Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, F12
PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serieal
Presence Detect) memory information
WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE
2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables
1 x I/O Shield
1 x User Manual
1 x Support DVD
Drivers
ASUS Update
ASUS utilities
Anti-Virus software (OEM version)
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9 in (30.5 cm x 22.9 cm)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
M5A97 R2.0
ASUS M5A97 R2.0 motherboard
User Manual
User Guide
Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield
• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
• The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
Installation tools and components
1 bag of screws
PC chassis
AMD AM3+ CPU
DIMM
Philips (cross) screwdriver
Power supply unit
AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan
SATA hard disk drive
SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional)
The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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Product introduction
1.1 Special features
1.1.1 Product highlights
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AMD
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FX™ / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series CPU support
This motherboard supports AMD ® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 4800MT/s via
HyperTransport™ 3.0-based system bus. This motherboard also supports AMD ® CPUs in the new 32nm manufacturing process.
AMD
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970 Chipset
AMD ® 970 Chipset is designed to support up to 4800MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and PCI Express™ 2.0 x16 graphics. It is optimized with AMD ® ’s latest AM3+ and multi-core CPUs to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities.
DDR3 2133(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 support
This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of
2133(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance.
AMD
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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.
AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet
TM
Technology
This motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet technology which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a cool and quiet operating environment.
Complete USB 3.0 integration
This motherboard offers you the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panels, allowing you to experience the convenience of the latest plug and play connectivity solution at speed up to ten times faster than USB 2.0.
Front Panel USB 3.0 Support
ASUS provides standardized USB 3.0 front panel support which is compatible with any chassis. Enjoy faster throughput of USB 3.0 without relegating cables or hard-to-reach rear
I/O.
AMD
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CrossFireX™ Technology
AMD’s CrossFireX™ boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to scale down screen resolution to get high quality images. CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings. Adjust your display configurations, experiment with the advanced 3D settings, and check the effects with a realtime 3D-rendered previews within AMD Vision Engine Control Center.
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1.1.2 DIP (Dual Intelligent Processors) - TP�� (Tur�oV
Processing ��nit) & EP�� (Energy Processing ��nit)
TPU
Unleash your performance with AI Suite II utility. ASUS Auto tuning feature can intelligently optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, and the TurboV gives you the freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios to optimize performance under varied system conditions.
EPU
The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power usage for critical PC components in real-time–helping save power and money!
1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features
MemOK!
MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you to simply press a button to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system’s bootup.
AI Suite II
With its user interface, ASUS AI Suite II integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. It allows you to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via a mobile device, and other easy-to-use helpful utilities.
USB 3.0 Boost
ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest
USB 3.0 standard. Witht USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device’s transmission speed is significantly increased up to 170%, adding to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for any user interaction.
Network iControl
Network iControl is an intuitive one-step network control center that makes it easier for you to manage your bandwidth and allows you to set, monitor, and schedule the bandwidth priorities for your network programs. It allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience.
Ai Charger+
ASUS Ai Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to a new level of USB3.0 fast charging experience. With its easy and user-friendly interface, you can easily charge iPod, iPhone, iPad, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices three times*** as fast as before.
* Ai Charger is ASUS unique fast-charging software that supports iPod, iPhone and iPad.
** Check your USB mobile device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function.
*** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.
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1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
Fanless Design: heatsink solution
The heatsink features a 0-dB thermal solution that offers you a noiseless PC environment.
The heatsink design also lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give you an extremely silent and cooling experience with the elegant appearance!
ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC’s loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.
1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY
AS��S ��EFI BIOS (EZ Mode)
ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you with more flexibility, convenience, and easy to navigate EFI BIOS than the traditional BIOS versions. It offers you with dual selectable modes and native support for hard drives larger than 2.2 TB.
ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features:
• F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey
• F3 Shortcut for most accessed information
• ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations.
ASUS DirectKey
This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button.
With DirectKey, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the <Del> key during
POST. It also allows you to turn on and turn off your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during bootup.
USB BIOS Flashback
USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your ultimate convenience.
Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. It also allows you to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically.
ASUS Q-Design
ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. The Q-Slot design speeds up and simplify the DIY process.
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ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility.
ASUS MyLogo 2™
Turn your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos to personalize your system.
AS��S O.C. Profile
The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows you to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving you the freedom to share and distribute your favorite settings.
Precision Tweaker 2
Allows you to fine-tune the VCore / VDDNB voltage in 0.00625V steps and DRAM voltage in 0.00625V steps to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration.
1.1.6 Other Features
ErP ready
The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.
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1.2 Motherboard overview
1.2.1 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
• Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
• Before you install or remove any component, switch off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
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1.2.2 Motherboard layout
1 2
22.9cm(9.0in)
3
KBMS
EATX12V
EPU
1
CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN3
4
USB3_12
SPDIF_O2
ASM
1042
USB56
USB34
DRAM_LED
MemOK!
5
6
LAN1_USB12
AUDIO
CHA_FAN1
AMD ®
970
RTL
8111F
Super
I/O
TPU
PCIEX16_1
PCIEX1_1
ICS
9LPRS477
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
PCIEX1_2
M5A97 R2.0
PCIEX16_2
64Mb
BIOS
AMD ®
SB950
DirectKey
ASM
1042
SATA6G_6
SATA6G_5
ALC
887
20
PCI1
COM1
SPDIF_OUT
PCI2
TPM
AAFP
19 18 17
SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4
SB_PWR
USB1314 USB1112
CLRTC
USB910 FLBK_LED
PANEL
DRCT
SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3
BIOS_FLBK
16 15 14 13
2
7
8
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10
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12
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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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Layout contents
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page
1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN and 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3) 1-21
2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)
3. AMD AM3+ CPU socket
4. DDR3 DIMM slots
5. DRAM LED (DRAM_LED)
6. MemOK! switch
7. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34)
8. DirectKey button
9. SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6)
10. Standby power LED (SB_PWR)
11. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)
12. DRCT header (2-pin DRCT)
13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)
14. BIOS Flashback button
15. BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED)
16. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314)
17. TPM header (20-1 pin TPM)
18. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
19. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)
20. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)
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1-25
1-18
1-20
1-27
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1-8
1-20
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1-16
1-21
1-26
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1.2.3 Central Processing ��nit (CP��)
The motherboard comes with an AM3+/AM3 socket designed for AMD ®
Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series Processors.
FX™ Series /
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M5A97 R2.0 CPU socket AM3+
Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD
Opteron processor. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!
1.2.4 System memory
This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules
(DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets:
DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2
M5A97 R2.0
M5A97 R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets
Chapter 1: Product introduction
Recommended memory configurations
Memory configurations
You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered ECC, non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the
DIMM sockets.
• Memory module with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded DRAM OC Profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU’s capabilities and other installed devices.
• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
• We recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for better overclocking capability.
• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules.
• Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows ® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following:
- Install a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows ®
OS.
- Use a 64-bit Windows ® OS if you want to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard.
• This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less
(Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB).
• The maximum 64GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs.
ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market.
M5A97 R2.0
• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect
(SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.
Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment.
• For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.
• Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL.
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M5A97 R2.0 Mother�oard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3-2133 (O.C.) MHz capa�ility
Vendors Part No.
Size
CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A2133C9(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS -
CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2B2133C9(Ver7.1)(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS -
CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2B2133C9(XMP)
G.SKILL
F3-17066CL9D-8GBPID(XMP)
4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS -
8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS -
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Voltage
9-10-9-24 1.65
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9-10-9-27 1.5
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DDR3-2000 (O.C.) MHz capa�ility
Vendors Part No.
Size
SS/
DS
Chip
Brand Chip NO.
Timing
A-DATA
A-DATA
AEXEA
AEXEA
Apacer
Asint
AX3U2000GB2G9B(XMP)
AX3U2000GC4G9B(XMP)
78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP)
SLA302G08-ML2HB(XMP)
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
Transcend
CMT6GX3M3A2000C8(XMP)
CMZ4GX3M2A2000C10(Ver
5.12)(XMP)
F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP) G.SKILL
GEIL
Patriot
GUP34GB2000C9DC(XMP)
PV736G2000ELK(XMP)
Silicon Power SP002GBLYU200S02(XMP)
Team
Team
TXD32048M2000C9(XMP)
TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP)
TX2000KLN-8GK
(388375)(XMP)
2GB
4GB
4GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
4GB
DS -
DS -
AXA3ES2G2000LG28V(XMP) 2GB DS -
AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) DS -
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS -
6GB(3x 2GB) DS -
4GB(2x 2GB) SS -
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS -
4GB(2x 2GB) DS -
6GB(3x 2GB ) DS -
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9-9-9-27
8-9-8-24 1.65
10-10-10-27 1.5
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-28
7-7-7-20
DS Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24
DS Team T3D1288LT-20 9-9-9-24
1.65
1.65
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1.5
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DIMM socket support (Optional)
1.55~1.75 •
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Vendors Part No.
Size
A-DATA AX3U1866GC4G9B(XMP) 4GB
16GB(4x 4GB)
8GB(2x 4GB)
32GB(4x 8GB)
16GB(4x 4GB) er3.23)(XMP)
32GB(4x 8GB)
CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) 8GB(2x 4GB)
Crucial 4GB
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
Kingston
Patriot
Patriot
Patriot
Team
FMD(XMP)
F3-14900CL10Q2-
64GBZLD(XMP)
F3-14900CL9D-
8GBSR(XMP)
F3-14900CL9Q-
16GBXL(XMP)
F3-14900CL9Q-
16GBZL(XMP)
F3-14900CL9Q-
8GBFLD(XMP)
KHX1866C9D3K2/
8GX(XMP)
PXD34G1866ELK(XMP)
PXD38G1866ELK(XMP)
PXD38G1866ELK(XMP)
TXD34096M1866HC9K-
L(XMP)
64GB(8x 8GB)
8GB(2x 4GB)
16GB(4x 4GB)
16GB(4x 4GB)
8GB(2x 4GB)
8GB(2x 4GB)
4GB(2x 2GB)
8GB(2x 4GB)
8GB(2x 4GB)
4GB
SS/
DS
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DS -
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DS -
DS -
DS -
DS -
DS -
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9-10-9-27
9-10-9-27
9-10-9-27
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1.5
10-11-10-27 1.5
9-10-9-27
9-9-9-27
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1.5
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DIMM socket support
(Optional)
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Vendors
G.SKILL
Part No.
F3-14400CL9D-4GBrl(XMP)
Size
4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS 9-9-9-24 1.6
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1 DIMM
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
DDR3-1600 MHz capability
Vendors Part No.
Size
SS/
DS
A-DATA
A-DATA
A-DATA
A-DATA
AMD
Asint
Asint
AM2U16BC2P1
AM2U16BC4P2
AX3U1600GC4G9(XMP)
AX3U1600PC4G8(XMP)
AP38G1608U2K(XMP)
SLA302G08-EGG1C(XMP)
SLA302G08-EGJ1C(XMP)
2GB
4GB
4GB
4GB
8GB(2x 4GB)
4GB
4GB
Asint
ATP
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
Crucial
Crucial
EK Memory
EK Memory
Elixir
SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP)
AQ12M64B8BKK0S
2GB
4GB
DS
DS
CMG4GX3M2A1600C6
CML16GX3M4X1600C8(Ver
2.12)(XMP)
4GB(2x 2GB) DS
16GB(4x 4GB) DS
CMP6GX3M3A1600C8(XMP) 6GB(3x 2GB) DS
CMP6GX3M3A1600C8(XMP) 6GB(3x 2GB)
CMX6GX3M3C1600C7(XMP) 6GB(3x 2GB)
CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9(XMP) 16GB(4x 4GB) DS
CMZ32GX3M4X1600C10
(Ver2.2)(XMP)
CMZ8GX3M2A1600C8(XMP) 8GB(2x 4GB)
DS
DS
32GB(4x 8GB) DS
DS
DS CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9(XMP) 8GB(2x 4GB)
CMZ8GX3M4X1600C9(Ver
HX3X12G1600C9(XMP)
BL12864BN1608.8FF(XMP)
BLT4G3D1608DT1TX0.16
8GB(4x 2GB)
2GB(2x 1GB)
4GB
SS
12GB(6x 2GB) DS
SS
DS
FM(XMP)
EKM324L28BP8-I16(XMP)
EKM324L28BP8-I16(XMP)
4GB(2x 2GB) DS
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
M2X2G64CB88G7N-DG(XMP) 2GB SS
Elixir M2X4G64CB8HG5N-DG(XMP) 4GB DS
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.Skill
GEIL
GEIL
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGSTON
Kingston
Mushkin
OCZ
F3-12800CL7D-8GBRH(XMP) 8GB (2x 4GB) DS
F3-12800CL8D-
8GBECO(XMP)
8GB(2x4GB)
F3-12800CL9D-8GBRL(XMP) 8GB(2x 4GB)
F3-12800CL9D-8GBSR2(XMP) 8GB(2x 4GB)
DS
F3-12800CL9Q-16GBXL(XMP) 16GB(4x 4GB) DS
F3-12800CL9Q-16GBZL(XMP) 16GB(4x 4GB) DS
GET316GB1600C9QC(XMP) 16GB(4x 4GB) DS
GUP34GB1600C7DC(XMP)
FLGE85F-C8KL9A(XMP)
KINGTIGER KTG2G1600PG3(XMP)
DS
DS
FLGF65F-C8KL9A(XMP) 4GB DS
KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP) 12GB(3x 4GB) DS
KHX1600C9D3K4/16GX(XMP) 16GB(4x 4GB) DS
996805(XMP)
OCZ3BE1600C8LV4GK
4GB(2x 2GB)
2GB
2GB
4GB(2x 2GB)
4GB(2x 2GB)
DS
SS
DS
DS
DS
Patriot AE32G1609U1-U 2GB SS
Patriot
SanMax
PGD38G1600ELK(XMP)
SMD-4G68HP-16KZ
8GB(2x 4GB)
4GB
DS
DS
SanMax SMD-4G68NG-16KK 4GB
Silicon Power SP002GBLTU160V02(XMP)
Silicon Power SP004GBLTU160V02(XMP)
Team
2GB
4GB
TXD34096M1600HC9-D(XMP) 4GB
Transcend TS512MLK64V6N 4GB
DS
SS
DS
DS
DS
SS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
Chip
Brand
Chip NO. Timing Voltage
A-DATA
3CCD-
1509A
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-
A-DATA
Asint
-
-
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1509A
302G08
-GG1C
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-
8-8-8-24
9-9-9-28
9-9-9-27
Asint
Asint
-GJ1C
3128M8
-GJ1D
-
9-9-9-27
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08460
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6-6-6-18
Heat-Sink
Package
8-8-8-24
8-8-8-24
7-8-7-20
9-9-9-24
10-10-
10-27
8-8-8-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
8-8-8-24
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-
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Elixir
8-8-8-24
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9
9
N2CB2G
80GN-DG 9-9-9-28
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Elixir
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80GN-DG 9-9-9-28
7-8-7-24
8-8-8-24
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1.6
1.35
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-
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KINGMAX N/A
KINGMAX N/A
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AMD
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23EY458
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7MB6H
-
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-
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-28
7-7-7-24
9-9-9-28
9-9-9-28
9-9-9-24
6-8-6-24
8-8-8
9-9-9-24
1.5
1.65
Hynix
ELPIDA
3BFRPBC -
J2108BD
BG-GN-F -
-
1.5
S-POWER 20YT5NG 9-11-11-28 1.5
1.5
S-POWER 20YT5NG 9-9-9-24
Hynix
MICRON
H5TC2G8
D9PFJ -
1.5
-
-
1.6
1.6
1.5
1.25
1.5
1.5
1.65
1.65
-
1.65
1.65
-
-
-
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.6
1.65
NO
1.65
1.5
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.5
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1.55~1.75 •
1.55~1.75 •
1.65
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M5A97 R2.0
1-11
1-12
Vendors Part No.
ACTICA
ACTICA
ACTICA
ACTICA
ACTICA
ACTICA
ACTICA
ACTICA
A-DATA
A-DATA
A-DATA
Apacer
Apacer
Asint
ATP
BUFFALO
BUFFALO
BUFFALO
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
EK Memory
Elixir
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
ACT1GHU64B8F1333S
ACT1GHU72C8G1333S
ACT2GHU64B8G1333M
ACT2GHU64B8G1333S
ACT2GHU72D8G1333M
ACT2GHU72D8G1333S
ACT4GHU64B8H1333H
ACT4GHU72D8H1333H
AD63I1C1624EV
AXDU1333GC2G9(XMP)
SU3U1333W8G9(XMP)
78.A1GC6.9L1
78.B1GDE.9L10C
SLA302G08-EDJ1C
AQ12M72E8BKH9S
D3U1333-1G
D3U1333-2G
D3U1333-4G
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
TW3X4G1333C9A
EKM324L28BP8-I13
M2F2G64CB88D7N-CG
F3-10600CL9D-4GBNT
F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL
F3-10666CL9D-8GBXL
GB34GB1333C7DC
GG34GB1333C9DC
GVP34GB1333C9DC
GEIL GVP38GB1333C7QC
GEIL
GoodRam
Hynix
INNODISK
INNODISK
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGMAX
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
GVP38GB1333C9DC
GR1333D364L9/2G
HMT125U6TFR8A-H9
M3UN-2GHJBC09
M3UN-4GHJAC09
FLFE85F-C8KL9
FLFE85F-C8KL9
FLFE85F-C8KM9
FLFF65F-C8KL9
FLFF65F-C8KL9
KVR1333D3E9S/4G
KVR1333D3N9/2G
KVR1333D3N9H/8G
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGTIGER
KINGTIGER
KVR1333D3N9K2/4G
KVR1333D3S8N9/2G
F10DA2T1680
KTG2G1333PG3
Mach Xtreme MXD3U133316GQ
Mach Xtreme MXD3V13332GS
MICRON MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4M1
OCZ OCZ3G1333LV4GK
OCZ OCZ3G1333LV8GK
OCZ
Patriot
Patriot
OCZ3G1333LV8GK
AE32G1339U1-U
AE34G1339U2-U
DDR3-1333 MHz capability
Size Timing
1GB
1GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
4GB
4GB
4GB
2GB
8GB
2GB
4GB
2GB
4GB
1GB
2GB
4GB
SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F
SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F(ECC)
DS Micron D9KPT
DS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F
DS Micron D9KPT(ECC)
DS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F(ECC)
DS Hynix
DS Hynix
DS A-DATA
H5TQ2G83AFR
H5TQ2G83AFR(ECC)
3CCA-1509A
SS -
DS ELPIDA
DS Apacer
DS Apacer
SS ASint
J4208BASE-DJ-F
AM5D5808FEQSBG
AM5D5908CEHSBG
302G08-DJ1C
DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C(ECC)
SS Elpida
DS Elpida
DS NANYA
J1108BFBG-DJ-F
J1108BFBG-DJ-F
NT5CB256M8BN-CG
DS -
4GB)
4GB(2x
2GB)
4GB(2 x
2GB)
2GB
DS -
DS -
SS Elixir
DS G.SKILL
2GB
2GB
4GB
2GB
2GB
2GB
4GB
4GB
4GB
2GB
8GB
4GB(2x
2GB)
2GB
2GB
2GB
2GB)
8GB(2x
4GB)
8GB(2x
4GB)
4GB(2 x
2GB)
4GB(2x
2GB)
4GB(2x
2GB)
8GB(4x
2GB)
8GB(2x
4GB)
2GB
DS -
DS -
DS GEIL
DS GEIL
DS -
DS -
-
-
-
-
-
-
M2CB2G80DN-CG
D3 128M8CE9 2GB
GL1L128M88BA15FW
GL1L128M88BA115FW
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9-9-9-24
9
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
7-7-7-24
9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
7-7-7-24
DS -
DS Qimonda
DS Hynix
SS Hynix
DS Hynix
SS KINGMAX
SS KINGMAX
SS Kingmax
DS KINGMAX
DS KINGMAX
DS Elpida
DS Kingston
DS ELPIDA
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IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H
H5TC1G83TFR
H5TQ2G83CFRH9C
H5TQ2G83CFRH9C
KFC8FNLBF-GXX-12A
KFC8FNLXF-DXX-15A
KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A
KFC8FNLBF-GXX-12A
KFC8FNLXF-DXX-15A
J2108ECSE-DJ-F
D1288JPNDPLD9U
J4208EASE-DJ-F
DS KINGSTON D1288JEMFPGD9U
SS Micron IFD77 D9LGK
DS KINGTIGER KTG1333PS1208NST-C9 -
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DS -
DS -
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9-9-9-24
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9-9-9-24
9-9-9-24
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9-9-9-24
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9-9-9-24
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-
-
-
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9-9-9-24
2GB
2GB
4GB(2x
2GB)
8GB(2x
4GB)
8GB(2x
4GB)
2GB
4GB
Xtreme
SS MICRON
DS -
DS -
DS -
SS AMD
DS AMD
-
-
-
C2S46D30-D313
D9PFJ
23EY4587MB3H
23EY4587MB3H
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
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Vendors Part No.
Size
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SAMSUNG
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C304627CB1AG22Fe
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M378B5273CH0-CH9
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Silicon Power SP001GBLTE133S01
Silicon Power SP001GBLTU133S02
Silicon Power SP002GBLTE133S01
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TXD31024M1333C7(XMP)
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PG38G1333EL(XMP)
PGD316G1333ELK(XMP)
PGS34G1333LLKA
TXD31048M1333C7-D(XMP) 1GB
TXD32048M1333C7-D(XMP) 2GB
JM1333KLN-2G
JM1333KLN-2G (582670)
JM1333KLN-4G
JM1333KLN-4G ( 583782 )
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TS256MLK64V3N ( 585541 ) 2GB
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DIMM support:
• 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot.
• 2 DIMMs: Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for better compatibility.
• 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs 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 the latest QVL.
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1.2.5 Expansion slots
Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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Slot No. Slot Description
1 PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot [blue] (at x16 mode)
2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot
3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot
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PCI 1
PCI 2
VGA configuration
PCI Express operating mode
PCIe 2.0 x16_1 PCIe 2.0 x16_2
Single VGA/PCIe card x16 (Recommend for single VGA) N/A
Dual VGA/PCIe card x16 x4
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• In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (navy blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance.
• We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode.
• Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
PCIe x16_1
PCIe x16_2
PCIe x1_1
PCIe x1_2
PCI 1
PCI 2
Realtek 8111F (LAN)
ASMedia USB 3.0
(port 1 & port 2)
ASMedia USB 3.0
(port 3 & port 4)
On Chip SATA
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1.2.6 Onboard switches and buttons
Onboard switches and buttons allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance.
1. DirectKey button
This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. With DirectKey, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the <Delete> key during POST. It allows you to turn on or turn off the system and conveniently enter the BIOS during bootup.
DirectKey
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M5A97 R2.0 DirectKey switch
Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button.
• When the system is on and you press the DirectKey button, your system will shut down. Press the DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly.
• Turn of your system using the power-on button to allow your system to go through
POST (without entering the BIOS) when you reboot your system.
• Refer to Chapter 3.7 Boot Menu for details about setting the DirectKey default function.
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2. MemOK! switch
Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch lights continuously. Press and hold the MemOK! switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot.
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M5A97 R2.0 MemOK! switch
• Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED.
• The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is not properly installed. Turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! function.
• The MemOK! switch does not function under Windows ® OS environment.
• During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. It takes about 30 seconds for the system to test one set of failsafe settings. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes.
• Due to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set is tested. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
• If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 5–10 seconds.
• If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! switch to boot and load BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings.
• We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the
ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function.
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3. BIOS Flashback button
USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the
BIOS or operating system. Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS file to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is updated automatically.
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BIOS_FLBK
M5A97 R2.0 BIOS FLBK button
For more details about using the USB BIOS Flashback button, refer to section 2.2.1 USB
BIOS Flashback.
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1.2.7 Jumpers
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in
CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.
1 2
CLRTC
2 3
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Normal
(Default)
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Clear RTC
To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
• If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery.
• You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature.
Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values.
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1.2.8 Onboard LEDs
1. Standby Power LED
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.
SB_PWR
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ON OFF
Standby Power Powered Off
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2. DRAM LED
DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second.
DRAM LED
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M5A97 R2.0 DRAM LED
3. BIOS Flash�ack LED (FLBK_LED)
The FLBK LED lights when the USB Flashback button is pressed for three seconds.
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FLBK_LED
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1.2.9 Internal connectors
1. CP�� and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CP��_FAN, and 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3)
Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.
CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN3
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CHA_FAN1
GND
CHA FAN PWR
CHA FAN IN
CHA FAN PWM
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DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors.
• The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power.
• Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1/2/3 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 motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 for better thermal environment.
2. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)
This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
TPM
SB_SUS_STAT GND +3VSB SMBSCL LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# FRAME PCICLK
PIN 1
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M5A97 R2.0 TPM Connector
SERIRQ SMBSDA
GND LAD1 LAD2
The TPM module is purchased separately!
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3. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)
These connectors are for an ATX power supply. The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
EATX12V
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+12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC
GND GND GND GND
+3 Volts
+12 Volts
+12 Volts
+5V Standby
PIN 1
Power OK
GND
+5 Volts
GND
+5 Volts
GND
+3 Volts
+3 Volts
PIN 1
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EATXPWR
GND
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
-5 Volts
GND
GND
GND
PSON#
GND
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+3 Volts
• We recommend that you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0-compliant power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum of 300W power rating.
• If you intend to use a PSU with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at least 15 A on +12 V and that the PSU has a minimum power rating of 300W. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.
• DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin / 8-pin ATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot up.
• We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices or when you intend to install additional devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.
• If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.
com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details.
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4. Serial ATA 6.0 G�/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1~6)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, or JBOD configuration through the onboard controller.
SATA6G_6
RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6
SATA6G_5
GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND
SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4
RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2
SATA6G_1
RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4
SATA6G_3
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GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND
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• These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial
ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID
Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details.
• Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD.
• When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section
3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details.
• You must install Windows
Windows ®
® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial
ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using
XP SP3 or later versions.
• When creating a RAID set, set the SATA_5-6 connectors to [IDE Mode] to ensure that the system recognizes your ODD device.
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5. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)
This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
COM1
RXD DTR DSR CTS
PIN 1
DCD TXD GND RTS
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M5A97 R2.0 Serial port (COM1) connector
The COM module is purchased separately.
6. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_O��T)
This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port.
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SPDIFOUT GND
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SPDIF_OUT
M5A97 R2.0 Digital audio connector
Ensure that the audio device of Sound playback is Realtek High Definition Audio (the
name may �e different �ased on the OS). Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and
Audio Devices > Sound Playback to configure the setting.
The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
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7. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
PLED SPEAKER
+5V Ground Ground Speaker
PANEL
PIN 1
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IDE_LED+ IDE_LED-
IDE_LED PWRSW RESET
* Requires an ATX power supply
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This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD.
System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER)
This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.
ATX power �utton/soft-off �utton (2-pin PWRSW)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.
Reset �utton (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power.
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8. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
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AAFP
AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR AGND NC NC
PIN 1
PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R
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HD-audio-compliant pin definition
Legacy AC’97 compliant definition
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• We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability.
• If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to [HD]. See section 3.5.7 Onboard Devices
Configuration for details.
• The front panel audio I/O module is purchased separately.
9. ��SB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin ��SB3_34)
This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports. Connect the USB 3.0 bracket cable to this connector, then install the USB 3.0 bracket to the rear side of the chassis. If your chassis support customized front panel installation, with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution.
USB3_34
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M5A97 R2.0 USB3.0 Front panel connector
The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately.
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10. ��SB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin ��SB910, ��SB1112, ��SB1314)
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to
480Mbps connection speed.
USB1314 USB1112 USB910
USB+5V USB_P14- USB_P14+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12- USB_P12+ GND NC
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PIN 1
USB_P13- USB_P13+
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PIN 1
USB_P11- USB_P11+
PIN 1
USB+5V USB_P10- USB_P10+ GND NC
USB+5V USB_P9- USB_P9+
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!
The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
11. DRCT header (2-pin DRCT)
This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function.
Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard.
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M5A97 R2.0 DRCT header
Ensure that your chassis comes with the button cable that supports the DirectKey feature.
Refer to the technical documentation that came with the chassis for details.
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Basic Installation
2.1 Building your PC system
2
2.1.1 Motherboard installation
The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models.
1. Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel.
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2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel.
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3. Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
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DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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2.1.2 CPU installation
The AMD AM3+ socket is compatible with AMD AM3+ and AM3 processors. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO
NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!
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2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation
Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
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2.1.5 ATX Power connection
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2.1.6 SATA device connection
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2.1.7 Expansion Card installation
To install PCIe x16 cards
To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards
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2.2 BIOS update utility
2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback
USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing
BIOS or operating system. Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port, press the
USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds, and the BIOS is updated automatically.
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To use USB BIOS Flashback:
1. Place the bundled support DVD to the optical drive and install the USB BIOS
Flashback Wizard. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
You can also download the BIOS from ASUS website (www.asus.com). Rename the file as
M5A97R20.CAP and save it to a USB portable device’s root directory.
2. Insert the USB storage device to the USB Flashback port.
3. Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to automatically download the latest BIOS version.
4. Press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until a flashing light appears, which indicates that the BIOS Flashback function is enabled.
5. Wait until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS updating process is completed.
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USB BIOS Flashback port
For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section Updating BIOS in
Chapter 3.
• Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while
BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update will be interrupted. In case of interruption, please follow the steps again.
• If the light flashes for five seconds and turns into a solid light, this means that the
BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. This may be caused by improper installation of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. If this scenario happens, please restart the system to turn off the light.
• Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service
Center.
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2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections
2.3.1 Rear I/O connection
Rear panel connectors
1.
PS/2 mouse port (green)
2.
LAN (RJ-45) port*
3.
Audio I/O ports**
4.
USB 2.0 ports (USB 2.0 port1 supports USB BIOS Flashback)
5.
6.
7.
Optical S/PDIF Out port
USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 support ASUS
USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode.
PS/2 keyboard port (purple)
* and **: Refer to the ta�les on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions.
• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under
Windows ® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.
• USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.
• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.
• USB 2.0_1 port supports USB BIOS Flashback.
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* LAN ports LED indications
Activity Link LED
Status Description
OFF
ORANGE
BLINKING
No link
Linked
Data activity
Speed LED
Status
OFF
Description
10 Mbps connection
ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port
** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration
Port Headset
2-channel
Light Blue Line In
Lime
Pink
Line Out
Mic In
Orange
Black
Gray
–
–
–
4-channel 6-channel 8-channel
Line In Line In Line In
Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Mic In Mic In Mic In
– Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
– – Side Speaker Out
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2.3.2 Audio I/O connections
Audio I/O ports
Connect to Headphone and Mic
Connect to Stereo Speakers
Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers
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Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers
Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers
Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers
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2.4 Starting up for the first time
1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.
2. Ensure that all switches are off.
3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.
4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector.
5. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c. System power
6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up.
For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the
ATX power button. If your monitor complies with the “green” standards or if it has a
“power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on.
The system then runs the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running, the
BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance.
BIOS Beep
One short beep
Description
VGA detected
Quick boot set to disabled
No keyboard detected
No memory detected One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated)
One continuous beep followed by three short beeps
One continuous beep followed by four short beeps
No VGA detected
Hardware component failure
7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3.
2.5 Turning off the computer
While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting.
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3.1 Knowing BIOS
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The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system. The term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specified.
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BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal performance. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances:
An error message appears on the screen 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.
Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service
personnel.
When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as M5A97R20.CAP for this motherboard.
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3.2 BIOS setup program
Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program.
Entering BIOS at startup
To enter BIOS Setup at startup:
• Press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>,
POST continues with its routines.
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Entering BIOS Setup after POST
To enter BIOS Setup after POST:
Press <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Delete> simultaneously.
Press the reset button on the system chassis.
Press the power button to turn the system off then back on. Do this option only if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options.
• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
• Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program.
• If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized
Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey <F5>. See section 3.9 Exit Menu for details.
• If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.2.6 Onboard switches and
buttons for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button.
• The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices.
BIOS menu screen
The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode.
You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode screen.
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3.2.1 EZ Mode
By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ
Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. To access the
Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press <F7> hot key for the advanced BIOS settings.
The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the
Setup Mode item in section 3.7 Boot menu for details.
Power Saving mode
Normal mode
Loads optimized default
ASUS Optimal mode
• The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system.
• The system.
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3.2.2 Advanced Mode
The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations.
To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey.
Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help
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Submenu item Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys
Menu bar
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
Main For changing the basic system configuration
Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings
Advanced For changing the advanced system settings
Monitor
For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings.
Boot
Tool
Exit
For changing the system boot configuration
For configuring options for special functions
For selecting the exit options and loading default settings
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Menu items
The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items.
The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
Back button
This button appears when entering a submenu. Press <Esc> or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen.
Submenu items
A greater than sign (>) before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press <Enter>.
Pop-up window
Select a menu item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item.
Scroll bar
A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> / <Page Down> keys to display the other items on the screen.
Navigation keys
At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings.
General help
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. Use
<F12> key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device.
Configuration fields
These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item. You cannot select an item that is not user-configurable.
A configurable field is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it and press <Enter> to display a list of options.
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3.3 Main menu
The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings.
Security
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.
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• If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC)
RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.2.6 Onboard switches and buttons for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button.
• The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default [Not
Installed]. After you set a password, these items show [Installed].
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Administrator Password
If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program.
To set an administrator password:
1. Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.
2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>.
3. Confirm the password when prompted.
To change an administrator password:
1. Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.
2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press
<Enter>.
3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>.
4. Confirm the password when prompted.
To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed.
User Password
If you have set a user password, you must enter the user password for accessing the system.
The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed.
To set a user password:
1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.
2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>.
3. Confirm the password when prompted.
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To change a user password:
1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.
2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press
<Enter>.
3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>.
4. Confirm the password when prompted.
To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press
<Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the
User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed.
3.4 Ai Tweaker menu
The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items.
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.
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Scroll down to display the following items.
Scroll down to display the following items.
Current CPU Speed: xxxxMHz
Displays the current CPU speed.
Target CPU Speed: xxxxMHz
Displays the target CPU speed.
Current Memory Frequency: xxxxMHz
Displays the current memory frequency.
Current NB Frequency: xxxxMHz
Displays the current NB frequency.
Current HT Link Speed: xxxxMHz
Displays the current HT Link speed.
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3.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]
Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options:
[Auto]
[Manual]
[D.O.C.P.]
Loads the optimal settings for the system.
Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.
Allows you to select a DRAM O.C. profile, and the related parameters will be adjusted automatically.
CPU Bus Frequency [XXX]
This item appears only when you set the AI Overclock Tuner item to [Manual] or [D.O.C.P.] and allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance.
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad. The values range from 100.0MHz to 600.0MHz.
PCIE Frequency [Auto]
This item appears only when you set the AI Overclock Tuner item to [Manual] or [D.O.C.P.] and allows you to adjust PCIE frequency to enhance the system performance. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad. The values range from 100.0MHz to 150.0MHz.
DRAM O.C. Profile [DDR3-1600MHz]
This item appears only when you set the AI Overclock Tuner item to [D.O.C.P.] and allows you to select a DRAM O.C. profile, which applies different settings to DRAM frequency,
DRAM timing and DRAM voltage. Configuration options: [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3-1800MHz]
[DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3-2000MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR3-2200MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz]
3.4.2 OC Tuner [CANCEL]
OC Tuner utility automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of the CPU and DRAM.
Press <Enter> to start auto tuning. It takes around five minutes, and the system will reboot for
The configuration options for the following sub-items vary depending on the CPU/DIMMs you install on the motherboard.
3.4.3 CPU Ratio [Auto]
Allows user can manually adjust the maximum non-CPB mode CPU ratio. The value will be limit to CPU base or factory setting. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model.
3.4.4 AMD Turbo CORE technology [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable AMD Turbo CORE technology. Configuration options: [Auto]
[Disabled] [Enabled]
3.4.5 Memory Frequency [Auto]
Allows you to set the memory operating frequency.
Configuration options: [Auto] DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR3-
1600MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz]
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Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting.
3.4.6 CPU/NB Frequency [Auto]
Allows you to set the ratio between the NB (in CPU) Clock and the CPU Bus Frequency.
Configuration options: [Auto] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz]
3.4.7 HT Link Speed [Auto]
Allows you to select the HyperTransport link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [800MHz]
[1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] [2200MHz] [2400MHz]
3.4.8 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto]
[Auto]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Automatic configuration.
Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability.
Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control.
3.4.9 PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto]
[Auto]
[Disabled]
• [Enabled]
Automatic configuration.
Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability.
Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control.
3.4.10 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
EPU Setting [Auto]
This item appears only when The EPU Power Saving Mode is set to [Enabled] and allows you to set power saving mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power
Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode]
3.4.11 DRAM Timing Control
The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press <Enter>.
Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings.
3.4.12 DRAM Driving Control
The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM driving control features. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press <Enter>.
Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings.
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CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto]
Load-line is defined by AMD VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. This item allows you to enable or disable the CPU Load-Line Calibration function. Configuration options: [Auto]
[Disabled] [Enabled]
CPU/NB Load-Line Calibration [Auto]
This item allows you to enable or disable the CPU/NB Load-Line Calibration function.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
3.4.14 CP�� & NB Voltage [Offset Mode]
Allows you to set the CPU & NB Voltage Mode. Different sub-items appear according to the
CP�� & NB Voltage Mode item setting. Configuration options: [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode]
Offset Mode Sign [+]
This item appears only when you set the CP�� & NB Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to set the offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [-]
CPU Offset Voltage [Auto]
This item appears only when you set the CP�� & NB Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to set the CPU Offset voltage. The values vary with your CPU type with a 0.006250V interval.
CPU/NB Offset Mode Sign [+]
This item appears only when you set the CP�� & NB Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to set the offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [-]
CPU/NB Offset Voltage [Auto]
This item appears only when you set the CP�� & NB Voltage Mode item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to set the CPU/NB Offset voltage. The values vary with your CPU type with a
0.00625V interval.
CPU Manual Voltage [Auto]
This item appears only when you set the CP�� & NB Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage.
CPU/NB Manual Voltage [Auto]
This item appears only when you set the CP�� & NB Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set a fixed CPU/NB voltage.
3.4.15 CPU VDDA Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the CPU VDDA voltage. The values range from 2.200000V to 2.800000V with a 0.006250V interval.
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3.4.16 DRAM Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.200000V to 2.500000V with a
0.006250V interval.
3.4.17 NB Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the Northbridge voltage. The values range from 1.100000V to 1.250000V with a 0.006250V interval.
3.4.18 NB HT Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the Northbridge HyperTransport voltage. The values range from 1.200000V to 1.400000V with a 0.006250V interval.
3.4.19 NB 1.8V Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the Northbridge 1.8V voltage. The values range from 1.800000V to
2.100000V with a 0.005000V interval.
3.4.20 SB Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the Southbridge voltage. The values range from 1.1000000V to 1.8000000V with a 0.005000V interval.
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3.5 Advanced menu
The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
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3.5.1 CP�� Configuration
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.
The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed.
Cool‘n’Quiet [Disabled]
[Enabled] Enables the AMD Cool’n’Quiet function.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
C1E Support [Disabled]
[Auto]
[Disabled] Disables this function.
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SVM [Enabled]
[Enabled] Enables the AMD Secure Virtual Machine mode.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
Core C6 State [Enabled]
Enables or disables Core C6 state function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
HPC Mode [Enabled]
Allows you to disable or enable High Performance Computing Mode. Configuration options:
[Enabled] [Disabled]
Apm Master Mode [Auto]
Enables or disables Application Power Management. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
3.5.2 North Bridge
IOMMU [Disabled]
Allows you to disable or enable the IOMMU. IOMMU is supported on Linux based systems to convert 32bit I/O to 64bit MMIO. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Memory Configuration
Allows you to set the related memory configurations.
Bank Interleaving [Auto]
Allows you to enable the bank memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Auto]
[Disabled]
Channel Interleaving [Auto]
Allows you to enable the channel memory interleaving. Configuration options:
[Disabled] [Auto]
ECC Mode [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the ECC mode. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Power Down Enable [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the DDR power down mode. Configuration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable memory remapping around memory hole.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
DCT Unganged Mode [Enabled]
Allows you to select unganged mode or ganged mode. Configuration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI]
Allows you to select the primary boot graphic controller. Configuration options: [PEG/PCI]
[PCI/PEG]
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3.5.3 South Bridge
HPET [Enabled]
Allows you to disable or enable the HPET timer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
3.5.4 SATA Configuration
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The
SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port.
SB SATA Configuration
Allows you to set SATA options.
OnChip SATA Channel [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable serial ATA. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
The following items appear only when the above item is set to [Enabled].
SATA Port1 - Port4 [AHCI]
[IDE] Set to [IDE] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel
ATA physical storage devices.
[AHCI] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI
(Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands.
[RAID] Set to [RAID] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives.
SATA Port5 - Port6 [AHCI]
Allows you to set the SATA port 5~6 mode. This item can only be configured as [IDE] when SATA Port1 - Port4 is set to [IDE]. Configuration options: [AHCI] [IDE]
• When the SATA Port1–Port 4 and the SATA Port5–Port 6 items are set to [AHCI], the information of the SATA connectors 1–6 can be seen only under the OS environment or during POST.
• For Windows ® XP OS, you have to install the AHCI driver, so that you could use the
SATA connectors 1–6 in AHCI mode under the OS environment.
If you use a SATA optical drive to run the
[IDE] mode.
Windows XP OS installation disk, we strongly recommend that you install the optical drive to the SATA connectors 5/6 and set them to
Board SATA RAID ROM [Legacy ROM]
This item appears only when you set SATA Port1 - Port4 to [RAID] and allows you to select Board SATA RAID ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Legacy ROM] [UEFI
DRIVER]
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S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the S.M.A.R.T feature.
Disables the S.M.A.R.T feature.
SATA ESP on PORT1 ~ 6 [Disabled]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
3.5.5 ��SB Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.
The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None.
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
[Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).
[Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program.
[Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled.
Legacy USB3.0 Support [Enabled]
This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled].
[Enabled] Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems
(OS).
[Disabled] Disables the function.
EHCI Hand-off [Disabled]
[Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature.
[Disabled] Disables the function.
SB ��SB Configuration
Options for SB USB Configuration.
OHCI HC (Bus 0 Dev 18 Fn 0) [Ena�led]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
OHCI HC (Bus 0 Dev 19 Fn 0) [Ena�led]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
OHCI HC (Bus 0 Dev 22Fn 0) [Ena�led]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
OHCI HC (Bus 0 Dev 20 Fn 5) [Ena�led]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
USB PORT 1 ~ 14 [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
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3.5.6 CPU Core On/Off Function
CPU Core Activation [Auto]
This item lets user turn off cores except core 1, user can turn off 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc core manually. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]
The following items appear only when you set the previous item to [Manual]
3rd & 4th Core [Ena�led]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
3.5.7 On�oard Devices Configuration
Asmedia ��SB 3.0 Controller (Rear) [Ena�led]
[Enabled] Enables the rear USB 3.0 controller.
[Disabled] Disables the controller.
Asmedia ��SB 3.0 Controller (Front) [Ena�led]
[Enabled] Enables the front USB 3.0 controller.
[Disabled] Disables the controller.
Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled]
This item appears only when the Asmedia ��SB 3.0 Controller (Rear) or Asmedia USB 3.0
Controller (Front) is set to [Enabled].
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the Asmedia USB 3.0 battery charging function.
Disables this function
Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled]
[Enabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller.
[Disabled] Disables the controller.
Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled]
This item appears only when you set the Realtek LAN Controller item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the Rom Help of the Realtek LAN controller.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Serial Port Configuration
The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the serial port configuration.
Serial Port [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4]
This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to select the Serial Port base address.
Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4]
[IO=2E8h; IRQ=3]
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SB HD Azalia Configuration
Allows you to change the HD Azalia configuration.
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the High Definition Audio Azalia device.
Disables the device.
The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Azalia Device item to
[Enabled].
Azalia Front Panel [HD]
Allows you to set the Azalia front panel audio connector (AAFP) type to legacy AC’97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports.
[HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio.
[AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97
SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF]
[SPDIF]
[HDMI]
Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output.
Sets to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output.
3.5.8 APM
ErP Ready [Enabled]
Allows the BIOS to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement.
When this item is set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
The following items appear only when you set the ErP Ready to [Disabled].
Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off]
[Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss.
[Power Off]
[Last State]
The system goes into off state after an AC power loss.
The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.
Power On By PS/2 Device [Disabled]
Allows you to use PS/2 device to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Power On By PME [Disabled]
[Disabled] Disables the PME to wake up by PCI/PCIE devices.
[Enabled] Allows you to turn on the system through a PCI/PCIE LAN or modem card.
This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the
+5VSB lead.
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Power On By Ring [Disabled]
[Disabled] Disables Ring to generate a wake event.
[Enabled] Enables Ring to generate a wake event.
Power On By RTC [Disabled]
[Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event.
[Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/Minute/
Second will become user-configurable with set values.
3.5.9 Network Stack
Network Stack [Disable Link]
This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack.
Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enabled]
Ipv4 PXE Support [Enabled]
This item appears only when you set the Network Stack item to [Enabled]. When this item is disabled, the IPV4 PXE boot option will not be created.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled]
This item appears only when you set the Network Stack item to [Enabled]. When this item is disabled, the IPV6 PXE boot option will not be created.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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3.6 Monitor menu
The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings.
Scroll down to display the other BIOS items.
3.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxx�C/xxx�F]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.
3.6.2 VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V
Voltage, VDDA2.5V Voltage
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item.
3.6.3 CPU_FAN Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]
CHA_FAN1/2/3 Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed.
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3.6.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.
Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.
Speed Low Limit [600 RPM]
This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [100 RPM] [200
RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM]
CPU Fan Profile [Standard]
This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan.
[Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature.
[Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation.
[Turbo]
[Manual]
Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed.
Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters.
The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to [Manual].
CPU Upper Temperature [70]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature.
The values range from 20ºC to 75ºC.
Lower Temperature [20]
Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature.
Fan Max. Duty Cycle(�) [100]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle.
Fan Min. Duty Cycle(�) [30]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 0% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle.
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3.6.5 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.
Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.
Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM]
This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [100 RPM]
[200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM]
Chassis Fan Profile [Standard]
This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan.
[Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature.
[Silent]
[Turbo]
Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation.
Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed.
[Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters.
The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan Profile to [Manual].
Chassis Upper Temperature [70]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the chassis temperature. The values range from 40ºC to 90ºC.
Chassis Lower Temperature [40]
Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature.
Chassis Fan Max. Duty Cycle(�) [60]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle.
The values range from 60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit, the chassis fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle.
Chassis Fan Min. Duty Cycle(�) [60]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle.
The values range from 60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle.
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3.7 Boot menu
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.
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3.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On]
[On]
[Off]
Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On].
Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off].
3.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the full screen logo display feature.
Disables the full screen logo display feature.
Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature.
Post Report [5 sec]
This item appears only when the Full Screen Logo item is set to [Disabled] and allows you to set the waiting time for the system to display the post report. Configuration options: [1 sec] [2 sec] [3 sec] [4 sec] [5 sec] [6 sec] [7 sec] [8 sec] [9 sec] [10 sec] [Until Press ESC]
3.7.3 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
When this item is set to [Enabled], the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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3.7.4 DirectKey Enabled [Go to BIOS...]
[Go to BIOS Setup]
[Disabled]
Allows the system to power on and go to BIOS setup directly when you press the DirectKey button.
Disables the DirectKey function.
3.7.5 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]
[Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence.
[Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so.
3.7.6 INT19 Trap Response [Immediate]
[Immediate]
[Postponed]
Allows Option ROMs to trap interrupt 19 right away.
Allows Option ROMs to trap interrupt 19 during legacy boot.
3.7.7 Setup Mode [EZ Mode]
[Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program.
[EZ Mode] Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program.
3.7.8 Boot Option Priorities
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system.
• To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears.
• To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST.
3.7.9 Boot Override
These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device.
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3.8 Tools menu
The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu.
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3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility
Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen.
For more details, see section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2.
3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information
DIMM Slot # [Slot 1]
Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot. Configuration options: [Slot 1] [Slot 2] [Slot 3] [Slot 4]
3.8.3 AS��S O.C. Profile
This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings.
The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created.
Save to Profile
Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. �ey in a profile number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Yes.
Load from Profile
Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. �ey in the profile number that saved your CMOS settings, press <Enter>, 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 update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/
CPU configuration and BIOS version.
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3.9 Exit menu
The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu.
Load Optimized Defaults
This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears.
Select Yes to load the default values.
Save Changes & Reset
Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved. When you select this option or if you press <F10>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to save changes and exit.
Discard Changes & Exit
This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you select this option or if you press <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit.
ASUS EZ Mode
This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen.
Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device
This option allows you to attempt to launch the UEFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available devices that have a filesystem.
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3.10 Updating BIOS
The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS.
Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system’s failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions of this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary.
Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard.
The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program.
1. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in Windows ® environment.
2. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive.
3. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and back ups the BIOS in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive.
Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities.
3.10.1 ASUS Update
The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard
BIOS in Windows ® environment.
• ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet
Service Provider (ISP).
• This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.
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Launching ASUS Update
To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.
Updating the BIOS through the Internet
To update the BIOS through the Internet:
1. From the ASUS Update screen, select
Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next.
Model Name
M5A97 R2.0
Version
0304
Release Date
05/11/2012
2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic.
If you want to enable the BIOS downgrade and auto backup functions, tick Enable BIOS downgrade and click Next.
3. Select the BIOS version that you want to download. Click Next.
Model Name
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Version
0304
Release Date
05/11/2012
Model Name
M5A97 R2.0
Version
0304
Release Date
05/11/2012
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��pdating the BIOS through a BIOS file
To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:
1. From the ASUS Update screen, select
��pdate BIOS from file, and then click
Next.
Model Name
M5A97 R2.0
Version
0304
Release Date
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2. Locate the BIOS file and click Next.
E:\M5A97-R20-ASUS-0304.CAP
Model Name
M5A97 R2.0
Version
0304
Release Date
05/11/2012
Model Name
M5A97 R2.0
Version
0304
Release Date
05/11/2012
3. You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo. Click Yes if you
4. want to change the boot logo or No to continue.
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process.
Model Name
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Version
0304
Release Date
05/11/2012
Model Name
M5A97 R2.0
Version
0304
Release Date
05/11/2012
• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.
• Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
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3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility.
Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:
1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port.
2. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select
ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press <Enter> to enable it.
Exit
ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V01.04
Flash Info
MODEL: M5A97 R2.0 fs0:\
Drive
fs0:\
fs1:\
Folder Info
VER: 0304
05/11/12 10:23p 4194304 M5A97R20.CAP
DATE: 05/11/2012
File Infor
MODEL:
Help Info
VER: DATE:
[Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup
3. Press <Tab> to switch to the Drive field.
4. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press <Enter>.
5. Press <Tab> to switch to the Folder Info field.
6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press <Enter> to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done.
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• This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.
• DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!
Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.9 Exit Menu for details.
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3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater
The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown.
Before updating BIOS
1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition.
2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save them on the USB flash drive.
• NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. DO NOT save the BIOS file and
BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in NTFS format.
• DO NOT save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to low disk capacity.
3. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional).
Booting the system in DOS environment
1. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port.
2. Boot your computer. When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS
Boot Device Select Menu. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device.
Please select boot device:
SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Enter Setup
↑
and ↓ to move selection
ENTER to select boot device
ESC to boot using defaults
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3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number.
4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from Drive C
(optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive).
Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)!
C:\>d:
D:\>
Backing up the current BIOS
To backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater
Ensure that the USB flash drive is not write-protected and has enough free space to save the file.
1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[filename] and press <Enter>.
D:\>bupdater /oOLDBIOS1.rom
Filename Extension
The [filename] is any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension.
2. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When
BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt.
Current ROM
BOARD: M5A97 R2.0
VER: 0304
PATH:
ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/12/22]
A:\
Update ROM
BOARD: Unknown
DATE: Unknown
BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue.
Note
Saving BIOS:
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��pdating the BIOS file
To update the BIOS file using BIOS ��pdater:
1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>.
D:\>bupdater /pc /g
2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below.
ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/12/22]
FLASH TYPE: MX1C 25L1065A
Current ROM
BOARD: M5A97 R2.0
VER: 0304
DATE: 05/11/2012
Update ROM
BOARD:
VER:
DATE:
UNKNOWN
UNKNOWN
UNKNOWN
PATH: A:\
A: M5A97R20.CAP 2097152 2012-05-11 17:30:48
Note
[Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info
[Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [Esc] Exit
3. Press <Tab> to switch between screen fields and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys to select the BIOS file and press <Enter>. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update.
Are you sure to update BIOS?
Yes No
4. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS
Updater. Restart your computer.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!
• For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS.
• Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability.
Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details.
• Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them.
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Software support
4.1 Installing an operating system
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This motherboard supports Windows ® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista / 64-bit Vista / 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.
• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
• Ensure that you install the Windows ® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability.
4.2 Support DVD information
The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the
ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.
4.2.1 Running the support DVD
Place the support DVD into the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer. Click each menu tab and select the items you want to install.
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD.
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4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals
The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals.
The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe®
Acrobat ® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files.
1. Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS
Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left.
2. The Manual folder of the support
DVD appears. Double-click the folder of your selected software.
3. Some software manuals are provided in different languages.
Double-click the language to show the software manual.
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The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual software manuals containing in the support DVD vary by models.
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4.3 Software information
Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information.
4.3.1 AI Suite II
AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously.
Installing AI Suite II
To install AI Suite II on your computer:
1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature.
2. Click Utilities tab > AI Suite II.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
Using AI Suite II
AI Suite II automatically starts when you enter the Windows® operating system (OS). The AI
Suite II icon appears in the Windows® notification area. Click the icon to open the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Click each button to select and launch a utility, to monitor the system, to update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to customize the settings of AI
Suite II.
Click to update the motherboard BIOS
Click to select a utility
• The
• The applications in the Tool menu vary with motherboard models and CPUs installed.
• The screeshots of AI Suite II in this user manual are for reference only. The actual screenshots vary with models.
• Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
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4.3.2 TurboV EVO
ASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages such as CPU Level Up that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up.
To launch AI Suite II, click Tool > TurboV EVO on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
TurboV
TurboV allows you to overclock the CPU Bus/PEG frequency, CPU voltage, CPU/NB voltage and DRAM voltage in Windows rebooting the OS.
® environment and takes effect in real-time without exiting and
Refer to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may lead to an unstable system.
For system stability, all changes made in TurboV will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot. Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts.
Load profile
Target values
Current values
Undoes all the changes
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Using Advanced Mode
Click on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.
Advanced mode
Target values
Current values
CPU Ratio
Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio.
1. Click on the CPU Ratio tab.
2. Drag the adjustment bar upwards or downwards to the desired value.
3. Click Apply to save the changes made.
Undoes all the changes
CPU Ratio
Adjustment bar
Undoes all the changes
• Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in TurboV. Refer to the BIOS chapter of your motherboard user manual for details.
• The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model.
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Auto Tuning
ASUS TurboV EVO provides you with these two auto-tuning modes for the most flexible autotuning options.
• The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration.
• We recommend that you set up a better thermal environment to prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard.
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• Fast Tuning: fast overclocking for the system
Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for the system
Using Fast Tuning
1. Click Auto Tuning tab > Fast.
2. Read the warning messages and click
Start to start the auto-overclocking process.
TurboV automatically overclocks the
CPU, saves the BIOS settings, and restarts the system.
3. After the system restarts, a message appears indicating that auto-tuning is successful. Click OK to exit.
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Using Extreme Tuning
1. Click Auto Tuning tab > Extreme.
2. Read the warning messages and click
Start to start the auto-overclocking process.
TurboV automatically overclocks the
CPU and memory, and restarts the system.
3. After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. To keep the result, click Stop.
4. If you did not click Stop in the previous step, TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test.
Click Stop if you want to cancel the overclocking process.
TurboV automatically adjusts and saves the BIOS settings and restarts the system.
5. After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating that the auto-tuning process is successful. Click
OK to exit.
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4.3.3 EPU
EPU is an energy-processing utility that provides several power-saving modes. When set to the Auto Mode, the system automatically changes its power-saving mode based on the current system condition.
You can also configure the system settings such as CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore
Voltage, and Fan Control to customize a power-saving mode.
Launching EPU
To launch EPU, click Tool > EPU on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
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Advanced settings for each mode
Displays the system properties of each mode
• *Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you installed EPU.
• *Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you click the Clear button .
• Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.
asus.com for detailed software configuration.
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4.3.4 Remote GO!
Connect your computer to a wireless network and use Remote GO! to wirelessly stream media files to DLNA devices. It allows you to remotely control and access your computer using your mobile device, and easily transfer files between your computer and mobile device.
• Remote GO! is supported only on Windows ® 7.
• All devices using the Remote GO! functions must be in the same network.
Using Remote GO!
To launch Remote GO!, click Tool > Remote GO! on the AI Suite II menu bar.
Remote GO! functions
• DLNA Media Hub: Provides support to the latest DLNA standard, and allows you to stream media files to a DLNA-supported device.
• Remote Desktop: Allows you to view your computer’s desktop and remotely operate your computer in real-time from your mobile device.
• File Transfer: Allows you to transfer files between your computer and mobile device.
Launch W-Fi GO! Remote on your mobile device to use W-Fi GO! Remote control functions. For more details, refer to next section W-Fi GO! Remote.
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W-Fi GO! Remote
Install the W-Fi GO! Remote application on your mobile device to use Remote GO!’s remote control functions.
• Wi-Fi GO! Remote supports iOS 4.0/Android 2.3 mobile devices or later versions.
• For iOS devices, download the W-Fi GO! Remote from iTunes store. For Android devices, download the W-Fi GO! Remote from Google Play Store or from ASUS support DVD.
Launching W-Fi GO! Remote
1. Turn on your mobile device’s wireless connection. Ensure that your mobile device is within the same network as your computer.
2. On your mobile device, tap and tap Enter on the W-Fi GO! Remote page.
3. Tap the computer you want to connect to your mobile device.
4. Tap the computer you want to connect to your mobile device.
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W-Fi GO! Remote menu
The W-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system.
Below are the supported screen resolution of your mobile devices:
Screen type Low Density
(120, ldpi)
Medium Density
(160, mdpi)
High Density
(240, hdpi)
Small creen
Normal screen
QVGA
(240 x 320)
WQVGA400
(240 x 400)
WQVGA432
(240 x 432)
HVGA
(320 x 480)
480 x 640
WVGA800
(480 x 800)
WVGA854
(480 x 854)
600 x 1024
Extra high density
(320, xhdpi)
640 x 960
Large screen
Extra large screen
WVGA800
(480 x 800)
WVGA854
(480 x 854)
1024 x 600
WVGA800
(480 x 800)
WVGA854
(480 x 854)
600 x 1024
WXGA
(1280 x 800)
1024 x 768
1280 x 768
1536 x 1152
1920 x 1152
1920 x 1200
2048 x 1536
2560 x 1536
2560 x 1600
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DLNA Media Hub
DLNA Media Hub allows you to stream your multimedia files to your DLNA-supported device and remotely control playback using your mobile device or your computer.
Media files pane
Click to edit the playlist
Using the DLNA Media Hub
1. From the main screen, click DLNA Media Hub.
2. Click to select a device as your receiver.
Click to select receiver
• When using your DLNA display (such as DLNA TV) as the receiver, ensure that
DLNA function is enabled.
• When using another computer as the receiver, launch Windows Media Player, click Stream > Allow remote control of my Player to remotely control media playback.
• When using the computer as sender and receiver, launch Windows Media
Player, click Stream > Allow remote control of my Player and Automatically
allow devices to play my media.
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• Only computers under Windows ® 7 support the DLNA Media Hub function.
• �eep the Windows Media Player open. Ensure that your media file formats supported on Windows Media Player and DLNA playback devices.
3. Click any of the tabs to select your preferred media file type.
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To play music:
1. Click Music tab.
2. Tick Library to view or play files.
Tick Playlist and select an existing playlist from the dropdown list.
3. Click a music file, and click .
To edit the library:
1. Tick Library.
2. Click to add or delete music files.
3. Click Add and locate the file from the directory. To delete, tick the selected file and click Delete.
4. Click OK.
To edit the music playlist:
1. Tick Playlist.
2. Click .
3. Tick to select or deselect the music file and click Save Profile.
4. Select the profile name and click
Save. To add as a new playlist, key in your profile name and click
Save.
5. To delete playlist, select the profile and click .
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To play a video file:
1. Click Video tab.
2. Tick Library to view the video files from your local computer. Tick
Playlist to view the video files saved in your profile.
3. Click the video file you want to watch, and click .
Change the resolution from the
Quality dropdown list.
To edit the video library:
1. Tick Library.
2. Click to add or delete video files.
3. Click Add and locate the file from the directory. To delete, tick the selected file and click Delete.
4. Click OK.
To edit the video playlist:
1. Tick Playlist.
2. Click .
3. Tick to select or deselect the video file and click Save Profile.
4. Select the profile name and click
Save. To add as a new playlist, key in your profile name and click
Save.
5. To delete playlist, select the profile and click .
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To view images:
1. Click Photo tab.
2. Tick Library to view the image files from your local computer. Tick
Playlist to view the image files saved in your profile.
An image slideshow plays when pressing .
To edit the image library:
1. Tick Library.
2. Click to add or delete image files.
3. Click Add and locate the file from the directory. To delete, tick the selected file and click Delete.
4. Click OK.
To edit the image playlist:
1. Tick Playlist.
2. Click .
3. Tick to select or deselect the image file and click Save Profile.
4. Select the profile name and click
Save. To add as a new playlist, key in your profile name and click
Save.
5. To delete playlist, select the profile and click .
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Using the DLNA Media Hub via W-Fi GO! Remote
You can access the DLNA Media Hub on your mobile device via W-Fi GO! Remote.
1. Tap DLNA Media Hub.
2. Select and tap the receiver name.
3. The mobile device shows the information of the DLNA Media Hub function. Tap Enter to proceed to the Remote GO! function.
4. Tap Music, Video or Photo, to play.
Your mobile device’s WI-FI GO! Remote interface may vary with the mobile device’s operating system.
Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop allows you to view your computer’s desktop and remotely operate your computer in real-time from your mobile device.
Using the Remote Desktop
1. From the main screen, click Remote Desktop.
2. Click Setting.
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3. Select a suitable codec Auto, Speed optimization, or Image optimization for your mobile device.
4. Click Apply.
Application help
Using the Remote Desktop via W-Fi GO! Remote
When the Remote Desktop is enabled, the mobile device shows the contents of your desktop.
The W-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system.
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File Transfer
Allows you to transfer files wirelessly between your computer and mobile device.
Before using File Transfer, ensure that your computer is connected to your mobile device.
For more details, refer to the section Wi-Fi GO! Remote.
Application help
• Android mobile devices can send and receive files.
• iOS mobile devices can only send files.
Using File Transfer
1. Right-click the file and click Send to > [Device name].
2. After the transfer is complete, click OK.
Using File Transfer via W-Fi GO! Remote
1. On your mobile device, tap File Transfer.
2. Tap Enable to receive files from PC.
3. Tap Enter to send files to PC.
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The W-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system.
Securing your computer for Wi-Fi GO! Remote functions
Remote GO! Settings allows you to create a password for your computer.
To create a password:
1. Click in the main menu.
2. Tick Use Password and key in your password.
3. Click Apply.
• When you launch the Wi-Fi GO! Remote, the application prompts you to key in the computer’s password.
• Your password must contain 6-12 letters or numbers.
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4.3.5 USB 3.0 Boost
ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically increases a USB 3.0 device’s transfer speed up to 170%.
Launching USB 3.0 Boost
To launch USB 3.0 Boost, click Tool > USB 3.0 Boost on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Configuring ��SB 3.0 Boost
1. Connect a USB 3.0 device to the USB 3.0 port.
USB 3.0 Boost automatically detects the property of the USB 3.0 device and switches to Turbo mode or UASP mode (if UASP is supported by the USB 3.0 device).
2. You can manually switch the USB 3.0 mode back to Normal mode at any time.
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• Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.
asus.com for detailed software configuration.
• Use the USB 3.0 devices for high performance. The data transfer speed varies with
USB devices.
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4.3.6 Network iControl
ASUS Network iControl is an intuitive one-stop network control center that makes it easier for you to manage your network bandwidth and allows you to set, monitor, and schedule the bandwidth priorities for your network programs. It also allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE for a more convenient online experience.
To launch Network iControl, click Tool > Network iControl from AI Suite II main menu bar.
• Ensure to install the LAN drivers before using this function.
• Network iControl is only supported under Windows ® onboard LAN.
7 and can only support the
Using EZ Start
EZ Start allows you to quickly activate Network iControl, and set the highest bandwidth priority for your top currently running program.
To use EZ Start:
1. Click the EZ Start tab.
2. Click ON/OFF to enable/disable Network iControl.
• By default, Network iControl is set to ON.
• When switched off, the Quick Connection, EZ Profile, and Info are disabled.
• You may monitor the bandwidth priority from your desktop’s taskbar.
3. Select a profile and click Apply.
Tick Set current network program as the highest priority to set the top network program as the highest priority.
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Using Quick Connection
Configuring the PPPoE connection settings
Before enabling the Network iControl’s Quick Connection functions, you must configure the
PPPoE connection settings
To configure the PPPoE settings:
1. Right-click in the taskbar, and select Open Network and Sharing Center.
2. Right-click the PPPoE Connection, and select Properties.
3. Click the Options tab, and deselect Prompt for name and password, certificate,
etc. Click OK to complete the auto PPPoE connection settings.
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• You only need to configure the PPPoE connection settings once.
• Obtain the necessary information about your PPPoE connection from your network provider.
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Configuring the Quick Connection
To configure the auto-PPPoE connection:
1. Click the Quick Connection tab.
2. Tick Automatically connect online anytime option, then select the connection name in the Connection Name dropdown box.
3. Click Apply to enable the PPPoE automatic network connection.
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��sing EZ Profile
To use the EZ Profile:
EZ Profile allows you to load, edit, and save your own network program priority profile.
1. Click the EZ Profile tab. The programs are shown in the network program column.
2. Select the network program, and click to create your profile.
3. Click to save the changes and/or rename your profile.
4. Click , , or to set the program priority as High, Normal, or Low.
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4.3.7 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard
USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS file to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is updated automatically.
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Cancels all the changes
Applies all the changes
Scheduling the latest BIOS download
1. In the Download Setting field, tick Schedule (days) and select the number of days for your download schedule.
2. Click Apply to save the BIOS download schedule. Click Cancel to cancel the changes made.
Downloading the updated BIOS
Before you start downloading, ensure that you have installed the USB storage device to your computer’s USB port.
1. Click Check for New BIOS Update to check for the latest BIOS version.
Wait for the system to check the latest
BIOS firmware.
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2. From the Save to dropdown list, select the USB storage device that you want to save the BIOS file to, then click
Download.
3. When the download process is completed, click OK to exit.
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4.3.8 FAN Xpert
Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC’s system loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.
Launching FAN Xpert
After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch FAN Xpert by clicking
Tool > Fan Xpert on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Using FAN Xpert
Click Fan Name to select a fan and then click Setting to select a preset mode for your selected fan.
Click to select a fan type Click to select a fan profile
Click to apply the settings
Click to discard the settings
Fan setting
• Disable: disables the Fan Xpert function.
• Standard: adjusts fan speed in a moderate pattern.
• Silent: minimizes fan speed for quiet fan operation.
• Turbo: maximizes the fan speed for the best cooling effect.
• User: Allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations.
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4.3.9 Ai Charger+
This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s
USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices**.
• * Check your manufacturer if your USB device is a Battery Charging Specification 1.1
(BC 1.1) compliant or compatible device.
• ** Actual charging speeds may vary depending on the charging rate and specifications of your USB device.
• To ensure normal charging function, disconnect and reconnect your USB device every time you enable or disable Ai Charger+.
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4.3.10 Probe II
Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition.
Launching Probe II
To launch Probe II, click Tool > Probe II on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Configuring Pro�e II
Click the Voltage/Temperature/Fan Speed tabs to activate the sensors or to adjust the sensor threshold values. The Preference tab allows you to customize the time interval of sensor alerts, or change the temperature unit.
• Click Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar and the system status will appear on the right panel.
• Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.
asus.com for detailed software configuration.
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4.3.11 Sensor Recorder
Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to designate specific time spans on record to keep track of the three system statuses for certain purposes.
Launching Sensor Recorder
To launch Sensor Recorder, click Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Using Sensor Recorder
Click on Voltage/ Temperature/ Fan Speed tabs for the status you want to monitor. Colored lines will automatically appear on the diagram to indicate the immediate changes in the system status.
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Using History Record
1. Click the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Record Interval and Record Duration according to need.
2. Click Start Recording to start measuring and recording each sensor.
3. To stop recording, click Recording again.
4. To track the recorded contents, set Type/ Date/ Select display items to display the history details.
Click Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar and the system status will appear on the right panel.
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4.3.12 ASUS Update
ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows ® environment.
Launching ASUS Update
To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
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•
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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 update the BIOS.
Download BIOS from Internet
Download the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com and save it for later use.
��pdate BIOS from file
Use the BIOS file that you had downloaded and saved to update the system BIOS.
Save BIOS to file
Save the BIOS file to another file or a USB storage device for later use.
Updating the BIOS poses some risks such as system instability or failure to boot. Before updating the BIOS, ensure that you back up the original BIOS file.
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4.3.13 MyLogo2
MyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen during the Power On Self Tests (POST).
Launching MyLogo2
To launch MyLogo2, click Update > MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Using MyLogo
Select the option that you want to use to update your boot logo, click Next and follow the instructions below.
Change the �oot logo of a downloaded BIOS file and update (or do not update) this
BIOS to the motherboard
1. From the BIOS file field, click Browse to locate the BIOS file.
2. From the Picture File field, click Browse the image for your boot logo, then click
Next.
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3. Do any of the following:
• Click Auto Tune to adjust the image size or the image resolution.
• Click Booting Preview to preview the boot image.
4. Click Next.
5. Click Flash to update the boot logo.
6. When prompted, click Yes to reboot the system. You will see the new boot logo the next time you start up the system.
Ensure to enable the Full Screen Logo in BIOS to use this feature.
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4.3.14 Audio configurations
The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability. The CODEC also includes the Realtek ® proprietary UAJ ®
(Universal Audio Jack) technology for all audio ports, eliminating cable connection errors and giving users plug and play convenience.
Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek ® came with the motherboard package.
Audio Driver from the support DVD that
If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek HD Audio
Manager icon on the taskbar. Double-click on the icon to display the Realtek HD Audio
Manager.
A. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows ® 7™ / Vista™
Configuration option ta�s (vary with the audio devices connected)
Information button
Exit button
Minimize button
Control settings
Set default device buttons
Connector settings
Analog and digital connector status
B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP
Configuration options
Exit button
Minimize button
Control settings window
Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.
com for detailed software configuration.
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RAID support
5.1 RAID configurations
The motherboard comes with the AMD ® SB950 chipset that allows you to configure
Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID configurations: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10.
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• You must install Windows
Windows ®
® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial
ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using
XP SP3 or later versions.
• Due to Windows ® XP limitation, a RAID array with the total capacity over 2TB cannot be set as a boot disk. A RAID array over 2TB can only be set as a data disk only.
• If you want to install a Windows ® operating system to a hard disk drive included in a
RAID set, you have to create a RAID driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation. Refer to section 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk for details.
5.1.1 RAID definitions
RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone, thus improving data access and storage. Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup.
RAID 1 (Data mirroring) copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to a second drive. If one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive. This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system. Use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup. The new drive must be of the same size or larger than the existing drive.
RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard disk drives. Among the advantages of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance, fault tolerance, and higher storage capacity. The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing, relational database applications, enterprise resource planning, and other business systems.
Use a minimum of three identical hard disk drives for this setup.
RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy data) having to be calculated and written. With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both
RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup.
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5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks
The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array.
To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration:
1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.
2. Connect the SATA signal cables.
3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive.
5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS
You must enable the RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID sets using SATA
HDDs. To do this:
1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST.
2. Go to the Advanced menu > SATA Configuration, and then press <Enter>.
3. Set the SATA Mode item to [RAID Mode].
4. Save your changes, and then exit the BIOS Setup.
Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup
Due to chipset limitation, when SATA ports are set to RAID mode, all SATA ports run at
RAID mode together.
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5.1.4 AMD
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Option ROM utility
To enter the AMD ® Option ROM utility:
1. Turn on the system.
2. During POST, press <Ctrl> + <F> to display the utility main menu.
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The Main Menu allows you to select an operation to perform. The Main Menu options include:
View Drive Assignments: shows the status of the hard disk drives.
LD View / LD Define Menu: displays the existing RAID set information / creates a RAID
0, RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 configuration.
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• Delete LD Menu: deletes a selected RAID set and partition.
Controller Configuration: shows the system resources configuration.
Press <1>, <2>, <3>, or <4> to enter the option you need; press <ESC> to exit the utility.
The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen.
The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration.
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Creating a RAID volume
To create a RAID volume:
1. In the Main Menu, press <2> to enter the LD View / LD Define Menu function.
2. Press <Ctrl> + <C>, and the following screen appears.
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3. Move to the RAID Mode item and press <Space> to select a RAID mode to create.
4. Move to the Assignment item by using the down arrow key and set Y to select the hard disk drives you want to include in the RAID set.
5. Press <Ctrl> + <Y> to save the setting.
6. The utility prompts the following message. Press <Ctrl> + <Y> to input the LD name.
7. Enter an LD name, and then press any key to continue.
Enter the LD name here:
8. Press <Ctrl> + <Y> to erase the MBR, or you may press any key to abort the settings.
9. Press <Ctrl> + <Y> to enter the screen to modify the array capacity, or press any key to use the maximum capacity.
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Deleting a RAID configuration
Be cautious when deleting a RAID volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID volume.
To delete a RAID volume:
1. In the Main Menu, press <3> to enter the Delete LD function.
2. Select the RAID item you want to delete and press <Del> or <Alt> + <D>.
3. The utility prompts the following messages:
Press <Ctrl> + <Y> to delete the RAID volume.
Displaying a RAID set information
To display a RAID set information:
1. In the Main Menu, press <2> to enter the LD View / LD Define Menu function.
2. Select a RAID item and press <Enter> to display its information.
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5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk
A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows ® operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set.
• The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. You have to use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk.
• Windows ® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive due to Windows ® XP limitation. To work around this OS limitation, refer to section 5.2.4 Using a USB
floppy disk drive.
5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS
To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS:
1. Boot your computer.
2. Press <Del> during POST to enter the BIOS setup utility.
3. Set the optical drive as the primary boot device.
4. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive.
5. Save changes and exit BIOS.
6. When the Make Disk menu appears, press <1> to create a RAID driver disk.
7. Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>.
8. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process.
5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows
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To create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® :
1. Start Windows ® .
2. Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk.
3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive.
Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click AMD AHCI/RAID 32/64bit xxxx Driver to create a RAID driver disk.
5. Select ��SB floppy disk drive as the destination disk.
6. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process.
Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid a computer virus infection.
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5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows
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OS installation
To install the RAID driver in Windows ® XP:
1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the <F6> key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver.
2. Press <F6>, and then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive.
3. When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install, select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version.
4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation.
To install the RAID driver for Windows ® 7 or later OS:
1. During the OS installation, click Load Driver to allow you to select the installation media containing the RAID driver.
2. Insert the USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB port or the support DVD into the optical drive, and then click Browse.
3. Click the name of the device you’ve inserted, go to Drivers > RAID, and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. Click OK.
4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation.
Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive.
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5.2.4 ��sing a ��SB floppy disk drive
Due to OS limitation, Windows ® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation.
To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive’s Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) to the floppy disk containing the RAID driver. Refer to the steps below:
1. Using another computer, plug the USB floppy disk drive, and insert the floppy disk containing the RAID driver.
2. Right-click My Computer on the
Windows ® desktop or start menu, and then select Manage from the pop-up window.
or
3. Select Device Manager. From the
Universal Serial Bus controllers, right-click xxxxxx USB Floppy, and then select Properties from the pop-up window.
The name of the USB floppy disk drive varies with different vendors.
4. Click Details tab. The Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) are displayed.
5. Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the file txtsetup.oem.
6. Double-click the file. A window appears, allowing you to select the program for opening the oem file.
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7. Use Notepad to open the file.
8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and
[HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem file.
9. Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “��SB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “us�stor”
[HardwareIds.SCSI.Napa_i386_ahci8086] id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4392&CC_0104”,”ahcix86” id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4391&CC_0106”,”ahcix86” id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4393&CC_0104”,”ahcix86” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor”
[HardwareIds.SCSI.Napa_amd64_ahci] id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4392&CC_0104”,”ahcix64” id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4391&CC_0106”,”ahcix64” id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4393&CC_0104”,”ahcix64” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor”
Add the same line to both sections.
The VID and PID vary with different vendors.
10. Save and exit the file.
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Multiple GPU support
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6.1 AMD
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CrossFireX™ technology
The motherboard supports the AMD this section.
® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in
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6.1.1 Requirements
In Dual CrossFireX mode, you should have two identical CrossFireX-ready graphics cards or one CrossFireX-ready dual-GPU graphics card that are AMD ® certified.
Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireX technology.
Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com).
Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. See Chapter 1 for details.
• We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for better thermal environment.
• Visit the AMD Game website (http://game.amd.com) for the latest certified graphics card and the supported 3D application list.
6.1.2 Before you begin
For AMD CrossFireX to work properly, you have to uninstall all existing graphics card drivers before installing AMD CrossFireX graphics cards to your system.
To uninstall existing graphics card drivers:
1. Close all current applications.
2. For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs.
For Windows 7/Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features.
3. Select your current graphics card driver/s.
4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove.
For Windows 7/Vista, select Uninstall.
5. Turn off your computer.
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6.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards
The following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same.
1. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards.
2. Insert the two graphics card into the
PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation.
3. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.
4. Align and firmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is firmly in place.
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5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately.
6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card.
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6.1.4 Installing the device drivers
Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers.
Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com).
6.1.5 Enabling the AMD
®
CrossFireX™ technology
After installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the CrossFireX™ feature through the AMD VISION Engine Control Center in Windows environment.
Launching the AMD VISION Engine Control Center
To launch the AMD VISION Engine Control Center:
Right-click on the Windows ® desktop and select
AMD VISION Engine Control Center.
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Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology
1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD CrossFireX TM .
2. Select Enable CrossFireX TM .
3. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list.
4. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made.
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Appendices
Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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IC: Canadian Compliance Statement
Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS
210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.
This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Cut appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et
(2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement
VCCI Class B Statement
KC: Korea Warning Statement
Appendices
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions.
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ASUS contact information
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Address
Telephone
Fax
Web site
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Fax
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Support fax
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Web site
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www.asus.de/sales
Technical Support
Telephone
Support Fax
Online support
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