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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii M5A97 R2.0 specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 DIP (Dual Intelligent Processors) - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) & EPU (Energy Processing Unit 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-3 1.1.6 Other Features 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii M5A97 R2.0 specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 DIP (Dual Intelligent Processors) - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) & EPU (Energy Processing Unit 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-3 1.1.6 Other Features 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard...
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... 3-20 3.6 Monitor menu 3-21 3.7 Boot menu 3-24 3.8 Tools menu 3-26 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-26 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-26 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-26 3.9 Exit menu 3-27 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-28 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-28 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-31 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-33 Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining...
... 3-20 3.6 Monitor menu 3-21 3.7 Boot menu 3-24 3.8 Tools menu 3-26 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-26 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-26 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-26 3.9 Exit menu 3-27 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-28 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-28 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-31 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-33 Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining...
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...28 4.3.10 Probe II 4-29 4.3.11 Sensor Recorder 4-30 4.3.12 ASUS Update 4-32 4.3.13 MyLogo2 4-33 4.3.14 Audio configurations 4-35 RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2...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 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation......... 5-7 5.2.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 5-8 Multiple GPU support 6.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology 6-1 6.1.1 ...
...28 4.3.10 Probe II 4-29 4.3.11 Sensor Recorder 4-30 4.3.12 ASUS Update 4-32 4.3.13 MyLogo2 4-33 4.3.14 Audio configurations 4-35 RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2...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 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation......... 5-7 5.2.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 5-8 Multiple GPU support 6.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology 6-1 6.1.1 ...
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... These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the existing system before...
... These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the existing system before...
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...more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product..., and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the...
...more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product..., and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the...
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...Supports optical S/PDIF out interface at mid-board for front panel support * Supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. (continued on the next page) ix We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating ...up to 8-core, compatible with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 Realtek® 8111F Gigabit LAN controller Realtek 887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - M5A97 R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio USB AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX ...
...Supports optical S/PDIF out interface at mid-board for front panel support * Supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. (continued on the next page) ix We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating ...up to 8-core, compatible with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 Realtek® 8111F Gigabit LAN controller Realtek 887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - M5A97 R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio USB AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX ...
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xiii Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DIMM 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.
xiii Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DIMM 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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...Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. It also allows you can enter the BIOS anytime without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS ...fan speeds according to navigate EFI BIOS than 2.2 TB. The built-in different geographic regions and your PC's loading. ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for your DIY experience. Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 1-3
...Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. It also allows you can enter the BIOS anytime without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS ...fan speeds according to navigate EFI BIOS than 2.2 TB. The built-in different geographic regions and your PC's loading. ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for your DIY experience. Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 1-3
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Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 1-5 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 ... 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.
Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 1-5 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 ... 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.
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...socket to prevent installation 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. Ensure that all power cables are developed for the AM3+ socket. M5A97 R2.0 M5A97 R2.0 CPU socket AM3... fits in only one correct orientation. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 M5A97 R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3+/AM3...
...socket to prevent installation 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. Ensure that all power cables are developed for the AM3+ socket. M5A97 R2.0 M5A97 R2.0 CPU socket AM3... fits in only one correct orientation. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 M5A97 R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3+/AM3...
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... actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Use a 64-bit Windows® OS if you install the memory modules from the same vendor. M5A97 R2.0 1-9 Chapter 1 For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you do any of 3GB system memory if you are available in ... load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is then mapped for single-channel operation. • We recommend that you install 4GB or more memory on its corresponding timing or the loaded ...
... actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Use a 64-bit Windows® OS if you install the memory modules from the same vendor. M5A97 R2.0 1-9 Chapter 1 For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you do any of 3GB system memory if you are available in ... load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is then mapped for single-channel operation. • We recommend that you install 4GB or more memory on its corresponding timing or the loaded ...
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...• 9 - • • • - - • • • 9 - • • • 9 - • • • - - • • • Side(s): SS - 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 (1) module inserted into... When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 1-13
...• 9 - • • • - - • • • 9 - • • • 9 - • • • - - • • • Side(s): SS - 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 (1) module inserted into... When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 1-13
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...M5A97 R2.0 1-17 switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. function. switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus....com. • If you download and update to test one set is not properly installed. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail ...
...M5A97 R2.0 1-17 switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. function. switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus....com. • If you download and update to test one set is not properly installed. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail ...
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...8226; 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 plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage ...3VSB SMBSCL LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# FRAME PCICLK M5A97 R2.0 PIN 1 RESET GPIO SERIRQ SMBSDA GND LAD1 LAD2 PWROWN GND M5A97 R2.0 TPM Connector The TPM module is purchased separately! DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire...
...8226; 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 plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage ...3VSB SMBSCL LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# FRAME PCICLK M5A97 R2.0 PIN 1 RESET GPIO SERIRQ SMBSDA GND LAD1 LAD2 PWROWN GND M5A97 R2.0 TPM Connector The TPM module is purchased separately! DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire...
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...power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to install additional devices. The plugs from the power supply are for an ATX power...these connectors in only one orientation. 3. EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC M5A97 R2.0 GND GND GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 ...the power is inadequate. • DO NOT forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If ...
...power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to install additional devices. The plugs from the power supply are for an ATX power...these connectors in only one orientation. 3. EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC M5A97 R2.0 GND GND GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 ...the power is inadequate. • DO NOT forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If ...
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... GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND M5A97 R2.0 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 M5A97 R2.0 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1~6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later...
... GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND M5A97 R2.0 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 M5A97 R2.0 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1~6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later...
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... connector, then install the module to configure the setting. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 6. COM1 PIN 1 M5A97 R2.0 M5A97 R2.0 Serial port ...connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 SPDIF_OUT M5A97 R2.0 Digital audio connector Ensure that the audio device of the system chassis. Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices...
... connector, then install the module to configure the setting. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 6. COM1 PIN 1 M5A97 R2.0 M5A97 R2.0 Serial port ...connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 SPDIF_OUT M5A97 R2.0 Digital audio connector Ensure that the audio device of the system chassis. Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices...
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... supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. USB3_34 M5A97 R2.0 M5A97 R2.0 USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module 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 motherboard high... (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 If your chassis support customized front panel installation, with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector to [HD].
... supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. USB3_34 M5A97 R2.0 M5A97 R2.0 USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module 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 motherboard high... (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 If your chassis support customized front panel installation, with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector to [HD].
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...a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 M5A97 R2.0 DRCT header Ensure that your chassis comes with the chassis for details. Refer to the technical documentation that supports the DirectKey function.... 10. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to 480Mbps connection speed. M5A97 R2.0 1-27 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) These ...
...a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Chapter 1 M5A97 R2.0 M5A97 R2.0 DRCT header Ensure that your chassis comes with the chassis for details. Refer to the technical documentation that supports the DirectKey function.... 10. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to 480Mbps connection speed. M5A97 R2.0 1-27 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) These ...
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Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 1 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-1 Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are the same for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for all models. 1.
Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 1 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A97 R2.0 2-1 Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are the same for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for all models. 1.