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M5A99X
Motherboard
E6411
First Edition (V1)
May 2011
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Contents
Contents....................................................................................................................... iii
Notices ........................................................................................................................ vi
Safety information...................................................................................................... vii
About this guide........................................................................................................ viii
M5A99X EVO specifications summary....................................................................... x
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Contents
2.3.10 Rear panel connection............................................................... 2-42
2.3.11 Audio I/O connections................................................................ 2-44
2.4 Starting up for the first time..................................................................... 2-46
2.5 Turning off the computer.......................................................................... 2-46
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4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM................................................................................... 4-4
4.3.3 TurboV EVO................................................................................. 4-5
4.3.4 EPU.............................................................................................. 4-9
4.3.5 FAN Xpert.................................................................................. 4-10
4.3.6 Probe II...................................................................................... 4-11
4.3.7 Sensor Recorder........................................................................ 4-12
4.3.8 Ai Charger+................................................................................ 4-13
4.3.9 Monitor....................................................................................... 4-14
4.3.10 System Information.................................................................... 4-15
4.3.11 Audio configurations.................................................................. 4-16
4.4 RAID configurations................................................................................. 4-17
4.4.1 RAID definitions......................................................................... 4-17
4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks.................................................. 4-18
4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS................................................... 4-18
4.4.4 AMD® Option ROM Utility........................................................... 4-19
4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk..................................................................... 4-22
4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS................. 4-22
4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®.................................. 4-22
4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation....... 4-23
4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive.................................................... 4-24
Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
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, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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.
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://green.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.
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Safety information
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.
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.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.
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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.
Typography
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del>
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M5A99X EVO specifications summary
CPU AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX Series CPU up to 8-core
AMD® 140W CPU Support
AMD® Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ Technology (by CPU type)
Supports 32nm CPU
* Compatible with AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II
/Athlon™ II /Sempron™ 100 Series Processors�
Chipset AMD® 990X / SB950
System bus Up to 5200 MT/s; HyperTransport™ 3.0
Memory 4 x DIMM, max. 32 GB, DDR3 2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1800 / 1600 /
1333 / 1066 MHz ECC / non-ECC, un-buffered memory
Dual channel memory architecture
* Due to the CPU spec., AMD AM3 100 series CPUs support up
to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can
support up to DDR3 1333MHz.
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efer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory
QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists)
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SLI™ Technology
Supports ATI® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology
Storage AMD® SB950 chipset
- 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 support
M5A99X EVO specifications summary
IEEE 1394 VIA® 6308P controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports
(one at mid-board, one at back panel)
ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM:
ASUS DIGI+ VRM
- Industry leading Digital 6+2 Phase Power Design
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM Utility
ASUS EPU
- EPU, EPU switch
ASUS TPU
- Auto Tuning, TurboV, TPU switch
ASUS Exclusive Features
- Front Panel USB 3.0 Support
- MemOK!
- AI Suite II
- AI Charger+
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user
interface
ASUS Q-Design
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-Connector
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS O.C. Profile
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
- ASUS MyLogo 2
- Precision Tweaker 2
- Multi-language BIOS
ASUS exclusive Precision Tweaker 2
overclocking features - 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: Adjustable HT voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.00625V
increment
- vSB: Adjustable SB voltage at 0.00500V increment
Overclocking Protection
- ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
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M5A99X EVO specifications summary
Back panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port
1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
1 x IEEE 1394a port
1 x Power eSATA port (green)
1 x eSATA port
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue)
8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
8-channel Audio I/O ports
Internal I/O connectors 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports
(19-pin)
3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB ports
6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors
2 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin)
3 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 2 x 3-pin)
1 x Power Fan connector (1 x 3-pin)
1 x IEEE1394a connector
1 x COM connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector
1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector
1 x System Panel (Q-Connector)
1 x MemOK! button
1 x EPU switch
1 x TPU switch
BIOS features 32 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0,
SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2,
Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE
Support DVD contents Drivers
ASUS Utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS® M5A99X EVO motherboard!
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another
standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!
Chapter 1
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in
your package with the list below.
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User Ma
4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ASUS Q-Shield
• The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may
vary with different models.
This motherboard supports AMD® AM3+/AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache
and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dual-
channel DDR3 1866 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via
HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the
new 32nm manufacturing process.
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performance, extreme system stability and greater power efficiency.
DIGI+ VRM
The new ASUS DIGI+ VRM design upgrades motherboard power delivery to a digital
standard. The 6+2 digital architecture delivers twice the precision power, intelligently
adjusting PWM voltage and frequency modulation with minimal power loss through BIOS
tuning and exclusive user interface to increase over-clocking range while performance
reaches its full potential. It also adjusts frequencies dynamically, cutting radiation interference
by half to enhance system stability through enabling VRM spread spectrum. The DIGI+ VRM
digital power design empowers users with superior flexibility and perfect precision to ensure
optimized performance, extreme system stability, and greater power efficiency.
TPU
Unleash your performance with ASUS’ simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. The TPU
chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through Auto Tuning and TurboV
functions. Auto tuning offers a user friendly way to automatically optimize the system for fast,
yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust CPU frequencies
and ratios for optimized performance in diverse situations.
EPU
Tap into the world’s first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or
AI Suite II utility. Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current
PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. This also reduces fan noise
and extends component longevity.
MemOK!
MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool
requires a mere push of a button to patch memory issues. MemOK! determines failsafe
settings and dramatically improves your system boot success.
AI Suite II
With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features
into one simple to use software package. It allows users to supervise overclocking, energy
management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This all-in-one software offers
diverse and ease to use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different
utilities.
The ASUS heat-pipe features 0-dB thermal solution that offers you a noiseless PC
environment. Its beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment and the heat-pipe design
lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-
exchange. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS heat-pipe gives you an
extremely silent and cooling experience with its elegant appearance.
DO NOT uninstall the heat-pipe by yourself. Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the
heat dissipation performance.
ASUS Q-Design
ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. All of Q-LED, Q-Slot, and Q-DIMM design
speed up and simplify the DIY process!
ASUS Q-Shield
The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - making it
convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your
motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference
(EMI).
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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.
ErP Ready
The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires
products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumptions.
This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products
through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus
mitigate environmental impacts.
• 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, ensure that the ATX power supply is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so
may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
Refer to 2.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more
information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page
1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2-28
2. AM3+ CPU Socket 2-4
3. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,
2-26
4-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2/3, 3-pin PWR_FAN)
4. DDR3 DIMM slots 2-6
5. MemOK! switch 2-16
6. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 2-23
7. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 2-19
8. JMicron JMB362 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin
2-22
SATA3G_E1/E2)
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9. AMD SB950 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1–6) 2-21
10. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2-15
11. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 2-29
12. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 2-27
13. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 2-24
14. EPU switch 2-18
15. TPU switch 2-17
16. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 2-25
17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-27
18. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 2-25
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!
A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR
or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
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Recommended memory configurations
• 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.
• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we
recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.
• Due to the CPU spec., AMD AM3 100 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz.
With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz.
• When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher
frequency DIMMs.
• 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:
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- Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS.
- Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the
motherboard.
For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us.
• 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 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.
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DIMM socket support
SS/ (Optional)
Vendor Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DS
1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM
G.SKILL F3-14400CL6D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 6-8-6-24 1.65 • • •
G.SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.6 • •
KINGSTON KHX1800C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - - 1.65 • • •
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OCZ OCZ3X1600LV6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8 1.65 • • •
Super Talent WP160UX4G8(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 8 - • •
Super Talent WP160UX4G9(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9 - • • •
Super Talent WB160UX6G8(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - - - • • •
Super Talent WB160UX6G8(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 8 - • • •
AEXEA AXA3PS2G1600S18V(XMP) 2GB DS - - - 1.65 • • •
AEXEA AXA3PS4GK1600S18V(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65 • • •
Asint SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP) 2GB DS Asint 3128M8-GJ1D - - • • •
EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I16(XMP) 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 9 - • • •
GoodRam GR1600D364L9/2G 2GB DS GoodRam GF1008KC-JN - - • • •
KINGTIGER KTG2G1600PG3(XMP) 2GB DS - - - - • • •
Mushkin 996805(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 6-8-6-24 1.65 • • •
Mushkin 998805(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - - 6-8-6-24 1.65 • •
Patriot PX7312G1600LLK(XMP) 12GB ( 3x 4GB ) DS - - 8-9-8-24 1.65 • • •
Patriot PGS34G1600LLKA2 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.7 • • •
Patriot PGS34G1600LLKA 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.7 • • •
PATRIOT PGS34G1600LLKA 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.7 • • •
Patriot PVT36G1600LLK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65 •
Patriot PX538G1600LLK(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 8-9-8-24 1.65 • • •
Team TXD31024M1600C8-D(XMP) 1GB SS Team T3D1288RT-16 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • •
Team TXD32048M1600HC8-D(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-16 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • •
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SAMSUNG M378B5773DH0-CH9 2GB SS Samsung K4B2G08460 - - • • •
SAMSUNG M378B5673FH0-CH9 2GB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F - - • • •
SAMSUNG M378B5273BH1-CH9 4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846B-HCH9 9 - • • •
SAMSUNG M378B5273CH0-CH9 4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C K4B2G0846C - • • •
SAMSUNG M378B5273DH0-CH9 4GB DS Samsung K4B2G08460 - - • •
SAMSUNG M378B1G73AH0-CH9 8GB DS SAMSUNG K4B4G0846A-HCH9 - - • • •
Transcend TS256MLK64V3N (566577) 2GB SS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFR 9 - • •
Transcend TS256MLK64V3N (574206) 2GB SS Micron D9LGK 9 - • •
Transcend TS512MLK64V3N (389889) 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFR 9 - • •
Transcend TS512MLK64V3N (574831) 4GB DS Micron D9LGK 9 - • • •
ACTICA ACT1GHU64B8F1333S 1GB SS Samsung K4B1G0846F - - • • •
ACTICA ACT1GHU72C8G1333S 1GB SS Samsung K4B1G0846F(ECC) - - • • •
ACTICA ACT2GHU64B8G1333M 2GB DS Micron D9KPT - - • •
ACTICA ACT2GHU64B8G1333S 2GB DS Samsung K4B1G0846F - - • •
ACTICA ACT2GHU72D8G1333M 2GB DS Micron D9KPT(ECC) - - •
ACTICA ACT2GHU72D8G1333S 2GB DS Samsung K4B1G0846F(ECC) - - • • •
ACTICA ACT4GHU64B8H1333H 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR - - • • •
ACTICA ACT4GHU72D8H1333H 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR(ECC) - - • • •
BUFFALO D3U1333-1G 1GB SS Elpida J1108BFBG-DJ-F - - • • •
BUFFALO FSH1333D3G-T3G(XMP) 3GB(3 x SS - - 7-7-7-20 - • • •
1GB)
BUFFALO D3U1333-2G 2GB DS Elpida J1108BFBG-DJ-F - • • •
BUFFALO D3U1333-4G 4GB DS NANYA NT5CB256M8BN-CG - • • •
EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I13 4GB(2 x DS - - 9 - • • •
2GB)
Elixir M2F2G64CB88B7N-CG 2GB SS Elixir N2CB2G808N-CG - - • • •
Elixir M2F4G64CB8HB5N-CG 4GB DS Elixir N2CB2G808N-CG - - • • •
GoodRam GR1333D364L9/2G 2GB DS Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H - - • • •
KINGTIGER F10DA2T1680 2GB DS KINGTIGER KTG1333PS1208NST-C9 - - • • •
KINGTIGER KTG2G1333PG3 2GB DS - - - - • • •
Patriot PSD32G13332 2GB DS Prtriot PM128M8D3BU-15 9 - • • •
Patriot PGS34G1333LLKA 4GB(2 x DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.7 • • •
2GB)
Patriot PVS34G1333ELK 4GB(2 x DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5 • •
2GB)
Patriot PVS34G1333LLK 4GB(2 x DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.7 • •
2GB)
Silicon Power SP001GBLTE133S01 1GB SS NANYA NT5CB128M8AN-CG - - • • •
Silicon Power SP001GBLTU1333S01 1GB SS NANYA NT5CB128M8AN-CG - - • • •
Silicon Power SP002GBLTE133S01 2GB DS NANYA NT5CB128M8AN-CG - - • • •
Silicon Power SP002GBLTU133S02 2GB DS S-POWER I0YT3E0 9 - • • •
Team TXD31024M1333C7(XMP) 1GB SS Team T3D1288LT-13 7-7-7-21 1.75 • • •
Team TXD31048M1333C7-D(XMP) 1GB SS Team T3D1288LT-13 7-7-7-21 1.75 •
Team TXD32048M1333C7-D(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288LT-13 7-7-7-21 1.5-1.6 • •
Team TXD32048M1333C7-D(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288LT-13 7-7-7-21 1.5-1.6 • •
Ensure to 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 (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode)
2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot
3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot
4 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (at x8 mode)
5 PCI slot 1
6 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot [black] (at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices)
Chapter 2
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 re-
enter 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 the CMOS clearance, 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 C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature.
Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter
settings to default values.
• Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R. function. You
must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before
rebooting the system.
1. 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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• Refer to section 2.2.7 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 messgae 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.
For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is
powered off.
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• The TPU LED (O2LED2) near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned
to Enable. Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the TPU
LED.
• If you change the switch setting to Enable under the OS environment, the TPU
function will be activated after the next system bootup.
• You may use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application,
adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. However,
the system will use the last setting you have made.
For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is
powered off.
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• The EPU LED (O2LED3) near the EPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned
to Enable. Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the EPU
LED.
• If you change the switch setting to Enable under the OS environment, the EPU
function will be activated after the next system bootup.
• You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program,
and enable the EPU function at the same time. However, the system will use the last
setting you have made.
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2. POST State LEDs
The POST State LEDs of CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD indicate key components
status during POST (Power-on Self Test). 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.
4. EPU LED
The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable.
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,
or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB950 controller.
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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 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.
• Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 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
3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.
• You must install 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
Windows® XP SP3 or later versions.
• 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 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.
• Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 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
3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.
• You must install 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
Windows® XP SP3 or later versions.
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Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!
You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and
then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports
front panel USB ports.
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Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the
motherboard!
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 the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power.
• Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 and CHA_FAN3 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, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3 for better
thermal environment.
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• We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
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If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector,
set the Azalia Front Panel item in the BIOS setup to [HD]; if you want to connect an
AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default,
this connector is set to [HD].
• For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit
(PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a
minimum power of 450 W.
• Do not forget to connect the 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will
not boot.
• We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a
system with more power-consuming 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.
• If you want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power
or above to ensure the system stability.
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• System power LED (2-pin PLED)
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 button/soft-off button (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 button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without
turning off the system power.
The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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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To remove a DIMM
The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with
models, but the installation steps remain the same.
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* and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions.
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OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port
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Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers
When the DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC function is enabled, ensure to connect the rear
speaker to the gray port.
BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table below) 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.
7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the
instructions in Chapter 3.
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 optimum
performance. We recommend that you 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 settings of the BIOS may result to instability or failure to boot. We strongly
recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service
personnel.
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turn it back on to restart the system. Do this last option only if the first two failed.
• 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. 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
See section 2.2.5 Jumper for information
reset the motherboard to the default value. ������������
on how to erase the RTC RAM.
The BIOS setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a
menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various submenus and select from the
available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse.
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 button in the
EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen.
The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the
Setup Mode item in section
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Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, Exits the BIOS setup program without saving
CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, the changes, saves the changes and resets
CPU/chassis/power fan speed the system, or enters the Advanced Mode
M5A99X EVO
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BIOS Version : 0133 Build Date : 04/28/2011
System Performance
Quiet
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Boot Priority
Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to decide the boot priority.
Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode Loads optimized default
Displays the system properties of the Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode
selected mode on the right hand side
Selects the boot device priority
• The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system.
• The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the
system.
Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help
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F12: Print Screen
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 For changing the system boot configuration
Tool For configuring options for special functions
Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings
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. Use
<F12> key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device.
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General help
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item.
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.
CPU Information
AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 965 Processor
Memory Information
Total Memory 4096MB (DDR3)
EC Version MBECG-0012
> Security
Security
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.
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Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool
Administrator Password
User Password
• If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC)
RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.2.5 Jumper for information on how to
erase the RTC RAM.
• 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.
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.
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.
Exit
OC Tuner CANCEL
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DIGI+ VRM
CPU Load-Line Calibration Auto
Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this
happens, revert to the default setting.
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Configuration options: [Auto] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] [8 CLK] [10 CLK] [12 CLK]
DRAM REF Cycle Time [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [90ns] [110ns] [160ns] [300ns] [350ns]
DRAM Row Cycle Time [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [11 CLK] – [42 CLK]
DRAM READ to WRITE Delay [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [3 CLK] – [17 CLK]
DRAM WRITE to READ Delay(DD) [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] – [10 CLK]
DRAM WRITE to WRITE Timing [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] – [10 CLK]
DRAM READ to READ Timing [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] – [10 CLK]
DRAM Refresh Rate [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [Every 7.8ms] [Every 3.9ms]
DRAM Command Rate [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1T] [2T]
DCT1 Information:
CKE drive strength [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] [2x]
CS/ODT drive strength [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] [2x]
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The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specifiation.
Do not remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters .
The thermal conditions should be monitored.
Some of the following items are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric
keypad and press the <Enter> key. You can also use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the
value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter>
key.
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This item provides wider total DRAM controller power range for overclocking. A higher
value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range
simultaneously.
Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%]
Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Setting a high voltage
may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system
unstable.
NB HT Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the HyperTransport voltage. The values range from 1.2V to 1.4V with a
0.00625V interval.
SB Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the Southbridge voltage. The values range from 1.10V to 1.80V with a 0.005V
interval.
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values
can cause the system to malfunction.
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Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool
> APM
The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed.
C1E Enabled
SVM Enabled
→←: Select Screen
↑↓: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/-: Change Opt.
F1: General Help
F2: Previous Values
F5: Optimized Defaults
F10: Save ESC: Exit
F12: Print Screen
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Cool‘n’Quiet [Enable]
Allows you to enable or disable AMD Cool’n’Quiet function.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
C1E [Enabled]
Enable this feature will let your system utilize the AMD specific ACPI states to save power
consumption. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
SVM [Enabled]
Enable AMD virtualization in CPU. This secure virtual mode will let you run multiple OS
(guest) on the same physical hardware by decoupling OS and physical hardware with the
hypervisor layer.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Starting Address: 0 KB
Ending Address: 5242880 KB
Memory Configuration
Bank Interleaving [Auto]
Configuration options: [Aute] [Disabled]
Channel Interleaving [Auto]
Configuration options: [Aute] [Disabled]
ECC Mode [Enable]
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Enables or disables the DRAM ECC mode that allows the hardware to report and
correct memory errors.
[Disabled] Disables the DRAM ECC mode.
[Enable] Set to [Enable] to adjust ECC mode automatically.
Power Down Enable [Disabled]
Enables or disables the DDR power down mode.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
DCT Unganged Mode [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
SB SATA Configuration
Options for SATA Configuration.
OnChip SATA Channel [Enabled]
[Enabled] Enables the onboard channel SATA port.
[Disabled] Disables the onboard channel SATA port.
The following items appear only when you set the OnChip SATA Channel item to
[Enabled].
[IDE] Set to [IDE] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as
Parallel ATA physical storage devices.
[RAID] Set to [RAID] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA
hard disk drives.
[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.
SATA Port5–Port6 [AHCI]
Setting this item to [IDE] instead of [RAID] or [AHCI] allows the system to recognize the
optical drives connected to the SATA connectors 5 or 6 when installing Windows OS.
• 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.
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The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the
item shows None.
(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 USB Configuration
Options for SB USB Configuration.
OHCI HC (Bus 0 Dev 18 Fn 0) [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
OHCI HC (Bus 0 Dev 19 Fn 0) [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
OHCI HC (Bus 0 Dev 22Fn 0) [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
OHCI HC (Bus 0 Dev 20 Fn 5) [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
ASUS Core Unlocker Disabled Enabled ASUS Core Unlocker to get FULL
computing power of processor. [Warning]
CPU Core Activation Auto System might become unstable due to
different CPU margins.
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JMB Storage Controller Enabled
If you want to use the full functin of the JMB storage contorller (ex. AHCI), we recommend
that you set this item to [Enabled] and install the JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver from
the motherboard support DVD.
This item functions only if there is a serial port (COM1) connector on the motherboard.
3.5.7 APM
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit
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5V Voltage +4.950 V
The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to [Manual].
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CPU Fan 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] [100RPM] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600
RPM]
• To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears.
• To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following:
- Press <F8> after POST.
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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Manufacturer Micron
Module Size 2048 MBytes
Maximum Bandwidth 1333 Mhz
Part Number 16JTF25664AY-1G4D1
Serial Number ea18bd43
Product Week/Year 50/2008
SPD Ext.
JEDEC ID JEDEC
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Save to Profile 1
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. Key in a
profile number from one to eight and label name, press <Enter>, and then select Yes.
Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. �������������������
Key in the profile
number that saved your BIOS 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.
Exit
ASUS EZ Mode
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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.
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.
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.
Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.
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• 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.
Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website
at www.asus.com.
Exit
Flash Info
fs0:\
File Infor
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MODEL: VER: DATE:
Help Info
[Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup
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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The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays may
not be same as shown.
• 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).
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Please select boot device:
SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Enter Setup
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).
Ensure that the USB flash drive is not write-protected and has enough free space to save
the file.
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.
Note
Saving BIOS:
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.
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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.
• 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.
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.
The Drivers menu shows the available The Make Disk menu The Manual menu contains
device drivers if the system detects contains items to the list of supplementary user
installed devices. Install the necessary create the RAID/AHCI manuals. Click an item to open
drivers to use the devices. driver disk. the folder of the user manual.
Click an item
to install
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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.
The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe®
Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files.
The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual software manuals
containing in the support DVD vary by models.
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 the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete 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 customize
the interface settings
Click to show the
system information
Click to update the motherboard BIOS
Click to monitor sensors
or CPU frequency
Click to select a utility
• The Auto Tuning button appears only on models with the TurboV EVO function.
• The applications in the Tool menu vary with models.
• The screenshots 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.
1 4
2 5
Application helps
3 6
Function description
• The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU and DRAM
specification.
• Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored.
TurboV
TurboV allows you to overclock the CPU Bus/PEG frequency, CPU voltage, CPU/NB voltage,
and DRAM voltage in WIndows® environment and takes effect in real-time without exiting and
rebooting the OS.
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 make the
system unstable.
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.
TurboV
Load profile Save the
Target values current settings
as a new profile
Current values
Voltage
Adjustment
Click to show bars
/ hide more
settings
For advanced overclock ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more detailed
adjustments in More Settings.
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CPU Ratio
Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio.
1. Click More Settings, and then click the CPU Ratio tab.
2. Drag the adjustment bar upwards or downwards to the desired value.
CPU Ratio
Adjustment bar
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• Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function
in TurboV. Refer to Chapter 3 of your motherboard user manual for details.
• The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU
model.
• The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration.
• To prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment
is strongly recommended.
auto-overclocking.
Launching EPU
After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by clicking
Tool > EPU on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
*• Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you
installed EPU.
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*• Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you
click the Clear button .
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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Launching Probe II
After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch Probe II by clicking
Tool > Probe II on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Configuring Probe 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.
Saves your
configuration
Loads your saved Loads the default Applies your
configuration threshold values changes
for each sensor
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Select the
sensors that you
want to monitor
• * Check your USB device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function.
• ** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.
• Ensure to remove and reconnect your USB device after enabling or disabling
Ai Charger+ to ensure normal charging function.
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Sensor
The Sensor panel ������������������������������������������������������������������������
displays the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU
temperature, and voltages. Click Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar to
launch the Sensor panel.
CPU Frequency
The CPU Frequency panel ��������������������������������������������������������
displays the current CPU frequency and CPU usage. Click
Monitor > CPU Frequency on the AI Suite II main menu bar to open the CPU Frequency
panel.
Resident in the right pane (system information area) Sensor panel CPU Frequency panel
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experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Detection 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® Audio Driver from the support DVD that
came with the motherboard package.
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. Realtek HD Audio Manager
Analog
and digital
Control connector
settings status
window
Information
button
Minimize button
Control settings
window
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Information button
Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at
www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
• You must install 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
Windows® XP SP3 or later versions.
• Due to Windows® XP / Vista 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 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk for details.
Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup.
Due to chipset limitation, when set any of SATA Port1–Port4 to RAID mode, all SATA Port1–
Port4 run at RAID mode together.
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[ Keys Available ]
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
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Menu�: displays the existing RAID set information / creates a
RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 configuration.
• 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.
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To create a RAID volume using more than four hard disk drives, ensure that the SATA
connectors 5/6 are set to [RAID] mode.
[ Drives Assignments ]
Port:ID Drive Model Capabilities Capacity(GB) Assignment
01:00 xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx Y
02:00 xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx Y
03:00 xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx N
04:00 xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx N
[ Keys Available ]
[↑] Up [↓] Down [PaUp/PaDn] Switch page [Space] Change Option
[Ctrl-Y] Save [ESC] Exit
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. E�����������������������������������������������������
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.
Fast Initialization Option has been selected
It will erase the MBR data of the disks.
<Press Ctrl-Y Key if you are sure to erase it>
<Press any other key to ignore this option>
9. Press <Ctrl> + <Y> to enter the screen to modify the array capacity, or press any key to
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Take caution when deleting a RAID volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives
when you delete a RAID volume.
[ Keys Available ]
[↑] Up [↓] Down [PaUp/PaDn] Switch page [Del/Alt+D] Delete LD
[ Drives Assignments ]
Port:ID Drive Model Capabilities Capacity(GB)
01:00 xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx
02:00 xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx
• 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 4.5.4 Using a USB
floppy disk drive.
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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1. Using another computer, plug the USB floppy disk drive, and insert the floppy disk
containing the RAID driver.
or
[HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer]
id= “PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_1C02&CC_0106”,”iaStor”
id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor”
[HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer]
id= “PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2822&CC_0104”,”iaStor”
id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor”
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5.1.1 Requirements
• Prepare two identical CrossFireX-ready graphics cards or one CrossFireX-ready dual-
GPU graphics card that are ATI® certified.
• Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX technology.
Download the latest driver from the AMD website at www.amd.com.
• Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power
required by your system. See Chapter 2 for details.
• We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for better thermal environment.
• ��������������������������������������������������������������������
Visit the AMD ATI website for the latest graphics card support list.
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.
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Goldfingers
CrossFireX bridge
(bundled with
graphics cards)
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Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI® CrossFireX™
technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com).
5.2.1 Requirements
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• In SLI mode, you should have two identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA®
certified.
• Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download
the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com).
• Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power
required by your system. See Chapter 2 for details.
• We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for better thermal environment.
• Visit the NVIDIA zone website (http://www.nzone.com) for the latest certified graphics
card and supported 3D application list.
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6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card.
SLI bridge
Goldfingers
Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology.
Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com).
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B5. The NVIDIA Control Panel window
appears.
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