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  • Page 1 M5A97 EVO R2.0...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii M5A97 EVO R2.0 specifications summary .............. ix Package contents ..................... xiii Installation tools and components ................. xiv Chapter 1: Product introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights................ 1-1 1.1.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control ..1-2 1.1.3...
  • Page 4 Network Stack ................3-27 Monitor menu ................... 3-28 Boot menu ....................3-31 Tools menu ....................3-33 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-33 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-33 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-34 Exit menu ....................3-35 3.10...
  • Page 5 Requirements ................6-1 6.1.2 Before you begin ................. 6-1 6.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards ........ 6-2 6.1.4 Installing the device drivers ............6-3 6.1.5 Enabling the AMD CrossFireX™ technology ......6-3 ® Appendices Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-4...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

  • Page 9: M5A97 Evo R2.0 Specifications Summary

    Dual channel memory architecture * Due to CPU spec., AMD 100 Series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. ** Due to OS limitation, when installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows®...
  • Page 10 VIA ® 6308P controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (1 at midboard, 1 at back panel) ASUS Unique Features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI Power Control: CPU Power - Industry leading Digital 6+2 Phase Power Design...
  • Page 11 M5A97 EVO R2.0 specifications summary ASUS overclocking Precision Tweaker 2: 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 bus: Adjustable HT voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.005V increment...
  • Page 12 M5A97 EVO R2.0 specifications summary BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE...

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 User guide Support DVD motherboard 3 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. •...

  • Page 14: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DDR3 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.

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    This motherboard offers you the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panels, allowing you to experience the convenience of the latest plug and play connectivity solution at speed up to ten times faster than USB 3.0. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 16: Dual Intelligent Processors 3 With New Digi+ Power Control

    CPU, memory, and SMART DIGI+ Key profile tuning and digital power solutions. Bundled with the ASUS AI Suite II utility, the New DIGI+ Power Control has been upgraded and optimized for a one-click extreme performance. It includes two digital voltage controllers that allows ultra-precise DRAM tuning and CPU voltage control for better efficiency, stability, and performance.

  • Page 17: Asus Exclusive Features

    AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operates these utilities simultaneously. It allows you to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via a mobile device, and other easy-to-use helpful utilities.

  • Page 18: Asus Quiet Thermal Solution

    Combining usability with aesthetics, the ASUS heatsink gives you a smartly- designed fanless cooling solution. ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds based on different ambient temperatures, resulting to a quiet and cool computing environment.

  • Page 19: Other Special Features

    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. 1.1.6...

  • Page 20: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

  • Page 21: Motherboard Layout

    1.2.2 Motherboard layout Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 22: Layout Contents

    Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 1-40 2. AM3+/AM3 CPU Socket 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; CHA_FAN1/2/3) 1-38 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-10 5. EPU LED (O2LED3) 1-33 6. EPU Switch 1-28 7.

  • Page 23: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    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! ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 24: System Memory

    1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. 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. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-10...

  • Page 25: Memory Configurations

    • 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.
  • Page 26 M5A97 EVO R2.0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM Brand socket support (Optional) A-DATA AX3U2400GC4G 10(XMP) 10-11-11-30 1.65 • • G.SKILL F3-19200CL10Q-32GBZHD(XMP) 32GB 10-12-12-31 1.65 • • (4x8GB) G.SKILL...
  • Page 27 12GB 9-11-9-27 1.65 • (3x4GB) Silicon SP002GBLYU • Power 200S02(XMP) Team TXD32048 Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 • M2000C9(XMP) Team TXD32048M2000C9- Team T3D1288LT-20 9-9-9-24 • L(XMP) Team TXD32048M2000C9- Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 • L(XMP) Transcend TX2000KLN-8GK • (388375)(XMP) ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-13...
  • Page 28 DDR3 1866 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM Brand socket support (Optional) A-DATA AX3U1866GC4G9B(XMP) 9-11-9-27 1.55~1.75 • • CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4X1866C9R 16GB 9-10-9-27 • • (Ver8.16)(XMP) (4x4GB) CORSAIR CMZ32GX3M4X1866C10 32GB 10-11- • (Ver3.23)(XMP) (4x8GB) 10-27 G.SKILL F3-14900CL10Q2-64GBZLD(XMP) 64GB...
  • Page 29 CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A 8-8-8-24 • • 1600C8 (XMP) (2x4GB) CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1600 9-9-9-24 • • C9(XMP) (2x4GB) CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M4X1600 9-9-9-24 • • C9(Ver2.12)(XMP) (4x2GB) CORSAIR HX3X12G1600C9 12GB 9-9-9-24 • • (XMP) (6x2GB) (continued on the next page) ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-15...
  • Page 30 DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) Crucial BL12864BN16 08.8FF(XMP) 2GB( 2x 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • 1GB ) Crucial BLT4G3D1608D 8-8-8-24 • • T1TX0.16FM(XMP) EK Memory EKM324L28BP8- I16(XMP) 4GB( 2x •...
  • Page 31 SMD-4G68 HP-16KZ Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRPBC • • SanMax SMD-4G68 NG-16KK ELPIDA J2108BDBG-GN-F • • Silicon SP002GBLTU160 S-POWER 20YT5NG 9-11- • • Power V02(XMP) 11-28 Silicon SP004GBLTU160 S-POWER 20YT5NG 9-9-9-24 • Power V02(XMP) (continued on the next page) ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-17...
  • Page 32 DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) Team TED34096M1600HC11 Team T3D2568ET-16 • Team TXD31024M1600 Team T3D1288RT-16 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • C8-D(XMP) Team TXD32048M1600 Team T3D1288LT-16 7-7-7-24 1.65 • C7-L(XMP) Team TXD32048M1600 Team...
  • Page 33 8-8-8-21 • • 4GBHK(XMP) G.SKILL F3-10666C L9D- 8GB (2x4GB) 9-9-9-24 • 8GBRL G.SKILL F3-10666C L9D- 8GB (2x4GB) 9-9-9-24 • • 8GBRL G.SKILL F3-10666C L9D- 8GB (2x4GB) 9-9-9-24 • • 8GBXL (continued on the next page) ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-19...
  • Page 34 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) GEIL GB34GB1333C7DC GEIL GL1L128M88BA 7-7-7- • • (2x2GB) 15FW GEIL GET316GB1333C9QC 16GB 9-9-9- • (4x4GB ) GEIL GG34GB1333C9DC GEIL GL1L128M88BA 9-9-9- • •...
  • Page 35 SAMSUNG M378B1G73AH0-CH9 SAMSUNG K4B4G0846A-HCH9 • SAMSUNG M378B5273CH0-CH9 SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C K4B2G • 0846C SAMSUNG M378B5273DH0-CH9 SAMSUNG K4B2G08460 • • SAMSUNG M378B5673FH0-CH9 SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F • • SAMSUNG M378B5773DH0-CH9 SAMSUNG K4B2G08460 • • (continued on the next page) ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-21...
  • Page 36 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Brand (Optional) Silicon Power SP001GBLTE NANYA NT5CB128 • • 133S01 M8AN-CG Silicon Power SP001GBLTU 10YT3E5 • • 133S02 POWER Silicon Power SP002GBLTE NANYA NT5CB128 •...
  • Page 37 (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMS. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-23...

  • Page 38: Expansion Slots

    1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (at x16 mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (at x4 mode) PCI slot 1...
  • Page 39 – – – – – shared PCIe_x1_2 shared – – – – – – – PCI Slot1 – – – – shared – – – PCI Slot2 – – – – – shared – – ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-25...

  • Page 40: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. DirectKey button (DirectKey) This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button.
  • Page 41 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. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-27...
  • Page 42 USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback button allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. Just connect the USB storage USB device containing the BIOS file to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is updated automatically.
  • Page 43 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. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-29...

  • Page 44: Jumper

    1.2.7 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.

  • Page 45: Onboard Leds

    The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drive.s If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-31...
  • Page 46 BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The FLBK LED lights when the USB Flashback button is pressed for three seconds. TPU LED (O2LED2) The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is switched to Enable. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-32...
  • Page 47 EPU LED (O2LED3) The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is switched to Enable. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-33...

  • Page 48: Internal Connectors

    1.2.9 Internal connectors Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [gray]) ® 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.
  • Page 49 USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. • You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 box to this connector to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution. •...
  • Page 50 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.
  • Page 51 This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-37...
  • Page 52 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.
  • Page 53 This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The COM module is purchased separately. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-39...
  • Page 54 • 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.

  • Page 55: System Panel Connector

    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. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 1-41...
  • Page 56 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. TPM module is purchased separately. Direct connector (2-pin DRCT) This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function.

  • Page 57: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...
  • Page 58 Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. Chapter 2: Basic installation...
  • Page 59 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 60: Cpu Installation

    2.1.2 CPU installation The AMD AM3+ socket is compatible with AMD AM3+ and AM3 processors. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 61: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...
  • Page 62 Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 63: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 64: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX Power connection Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 65: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 66: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 67: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 2-11...

  • Page 68: Bios Update Utility

    Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center.

  • Page 69: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    11. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8 6. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 12. Audio I/O ports* *: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 2-13...
  • Page 70 • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port. DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port.

  • Page 71: Audio I/O Connections

    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 2-15...
  • Page 72 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic installation...
  • Page 73 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers When the DTS UltraPC II and DTS Connect functions are enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker to the gray port. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 2-17...

  • Page 74: Starting Up For The First Time

    Starting up for the first time After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Ensure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

  • Page 75: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS setup Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.

  • Page 76: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: •...

  • Page 77: Ez Mode

    • 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. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 78: Advanced Mode

    3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey. Back button Menu items Menu bar...

  • Page 79: Menu Items

    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. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 80: Main Menu

    Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Ai Tweaker...

  • Page 81: Administrator Password

    Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 82: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Confirm the password when prompted. To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items.
  • Page 83 Allows you to select the HyperTransport link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [800MHz] [1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] [2200MHz] [2400MHz] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances CPU bus frequency overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...
  • Page 84 PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIe overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OC Tuner [CANCEL] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance.
  • Page 85 Configuration options: [Auto] [240 ohms +/- 20%] [120 ohms +/- 20%] [80 ohms +/- 20%] [60 ohms +/- 20%] 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] ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-11...
  • Page 86 ADDR/CMD drive strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] [2x] MEMCLK drive strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] [2x] Data drive strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] DQS drive strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] Processor ODT [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [240 ohms +/- 20%] [120 ohms +/- 20%] [80 ohms +/- 20%] [60 ohms +/- 20%]...
  • Page 87 Reducing phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency [Standard] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment.
  • Page 88 DRAM Current Capability [100%] Allows you to set the DRAM current capability. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM Voltage Frequency [300KHZ] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage frequency. Configuration options: [300KHZ] [350KHZ] [400KHZ] [450KHZ] [500KHZ] DRAM Power Phase Control [Optimized] Allows you to set the DRAM power phase control.
  • Page 89 NB 1.8V Voltage [Auto] The values range from 1.80V to 2.80V with a 0.005V 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. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-15...

  • Page 90: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker...

  • Page 91: Cpu Configuration

    (guest) on the same physical hardware by decoupling OS and physical hardware with the hypervisor layer. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Core C6 State [Enabled] Allows you to reduce the CPU’s power consumption. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-17...

  • Page 92: North Bridge Configuration

    HPC Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable High Performance Computing (HPC) function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] APM Master Mode [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable Application Power Management (APM) function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 3.5.2 North Bridge Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main...

  • Page 93: Memory Configuration

    Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DCT Unganged Mode [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to select which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-19...

  • Page 94: South Bridge Configuration

    3.5.3 South Bridge Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Advanced\ South Bridge > HPET Disabled HPET Timer HPET [Enabled] Allows you to set the HPET timer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.4 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices.
  • Page 95 SATA ESP on PORT3 [Disabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA ESP on PORT4 [Disabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA ESP on PORT5 [Disabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA ESP on PORT6 [Disabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-21...

  • Page 96: Usb Configuration

    3.5.5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Advanced\ USB Configuration > USB Configuration Enabled Legacy USB support. AUTO option disables legacy support if no USB Devices: USB devices are connected.

  • Page 97: Cpu Core On/Off Function

    2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc. core manually. CPU Core Activation [Auto] This item allows you to turn off the CPU cores manually. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The number of cores vary with CPU models. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-23...

  • Page 98: Onboard Devices Configuration

    3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Enabled/Disabled VIA 1394 VIA 1394 Controller Enabled ASM1061 Storage Controller Enabled ASM1061 Storage OPROM Enabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller (Rear) Enabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller (Front) Enabled...
  • Page 99 Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-25...

  • Page 100: Apm

    3.5.8 UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Advanced\ APM > Allow BIOS to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to Enabled, all ERP Ready Disabled other PME options will be switched off.

  • Page 101: Network Stack

    Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot option. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-27...

  • Page 102: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Ai Tweaker Main Advanced Monitor Boot Tool CPU Temperature +73ºC / +163ºF +73ºC / +163ºF...
  • Page 103 This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [100 RPM] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-29...
  • Page 104 Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature.

  • Page 105: Boot Menu

    Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The system waits for the <F1>...

  • Page 106: Boot Option Priorities

    To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: • Press <F8> after POST. • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items display the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system.

  • Page 107: Tools Menu

    3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 108: Asus O.c. Profile

    Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Tool\ ASUS O.C. Profile > O.C. Profile Configuration Input the label of setup profile Setup Profile 1 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile 2 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile 3 Status :...

  • Page 109: Exit Menu

    This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the UEFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-35...

  • Page 110: Updating Bios

    BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. ®...
  • Page 111 Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet:...
  • Page 112 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 Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.

  • Page 113: Asus Ez Flash 2

    3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
  • Page 114 • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability.

  • Page 115: Asus Bios Updater

    3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
  • Page 116 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. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/12/22] Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: M5A97 EVO R2.0 BOARD: Unknown VER: 0206 VER:...
  • Page 117 • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 3-43...
  • Page 118 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 119: Chapter 4: Software Support

    Support DVD information The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive.

  • Page 120: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left.

  • Page 121: Software Information

    4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite II To install AI Suite II on your computer: Place the support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 122: Digi+ Power Control

    4.3.2 DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability. It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to prolong the component lifespan and minimize power loss.
  • Page 123 CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for overclocking. A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery. CPU Voltage Frequency Switching frequency will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...
  • Page 124 CPU/NB Load-line Calibration Set to a higher value for system performance, or to a lower value for better thermal solution. CPU/NB Current Capability Current Capability Setting CPU/NB Current Capability to a higher value increases the overclocking frequency range of the DRAM Controller. CPU Power Phase Control Increase phase number under heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal performance.
  • Page 125 OC Range. DRAM Power Phase Control Select Extreme for full phase mode to increase system performance or select Optimized for ASUS optimized phase tuning profile to increase DRAM power efficiency. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU/DRAM specification.

  • Page 126: Turbov Evo

    To launch AI Suite II, click Tool > TurboV EVO on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.

  • Page 127: Cpu Ratio

    Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in TurboV. Refer to the BIOS chapter of your motherboard user manual for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 128: Auto Tuning

    Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO provides you with these two auto-tuning modes for the most flexible auto- tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • We recommend that you set up a better thermal environment to prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard.
  • Page 129 Click Stop if you want to cancel the overclocking process. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves the BIOS settings and restarts the system. After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating that the auto-tuning process is successful. Click OK to exit. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-11...

  • Page 130: Epu

    *Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you • click the Clear button • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www. asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 131: Remote Go

    File Transfer: Allows you to transfer files between your computer and mobile device. Launch Wi-Fi GO! Remote on your mobile device to use Wi-Fi GO! Remote control functions. For more details, refer to next section Wi-Fi GO! Remote. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-13...
  • Page 132 Wi-Fi GO! Remote supports iOS 4.0/Android 2.3 mobile devices or later versions. • For iOS devices, download the Wi-Fi GO! Remote from iTunes store. For Android devices, download the Wi-Fi GO! Remote from Google Play Store or from ASUS support DVD. Launching Wi-Fi GO! Remote Turn on your mobile device’s wireless connection.
  • Page 133 600 x 1024 WXGA 1536 x 1152 2048 x 1536 (1280 x 800) Extra large 1024 x 600 1920 x 1152 2560 x 1536 screen 1024 x 768 1920 x 1200 2560 x 1600 1280 x 768 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-15...
  • Page 134 DLNA Media Hub DLNA Media Hub allows you to stream your multimedia files to your DLNA-supported device and remotely control playback using your mobile device or your computer. Click to select media file type Tick to select source location Click to refresh media files Media files pane Displays the target...
  • Page 135 Save Profile. Select the profile name and click Save. To add as a new playlist, key in your profile name and click Save. To delete playlist, select the profile and click ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-17...
  • Page 136 To play a video file: Click Video tab. Tick Library to view the video files from your local computer. Tick Playlist to view the video files saved in your profile. Click the video file you want to watch, and click Change the resolution from the Quality dropdown list.
  • Page 137 Save Profile. Select the profile name and click Save. To add as a new playlist, key in your profile name and click Save. To delete playlist, select the profile and click ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-19...
  • Page 138 Using the DLNA Media Hub via Wi-Fi GO! Remote You can access the DLNA Media Hub on your mobile device via Wi-Fi GO! Remote. Tap DLNA Media Hub. Select and tap the receiver name. The mobile device shows the information of the DLNA Media Hub function. Tap Enter to proceed to the Remote GO! function.
  • Page 139 When the Remote Desktop is enabled, the mobile device shows the contents of your desktop. The Wi-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-21...

  • Page 140: File Transfer

    File Transfer Allows you to transfer files wirelessly between your computer and mobile device. Before using File Transfer, ensure that your computer is connected to your mobile device. For more details, refer to the section Wi-Fi GO! Remote. Application help Destination path for Destination the files transferred...
  • Page 141 Click to apply back to main settings made menu • When you launch the Wi-Fi GO! Remote, the application prompts you to key in the computer’s password. • Your password must contain 6-12 letters or numbers. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-23...

  • Page 142: Usb 3.0 Boost

    Turbo mode or UASP mode (if UASP is supported by the USB 3.0 device). You can manually switch the USB 3.0 mode back to Normal mode at any time. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www. asus.com for detailed software configuration. •...

  • Page 143: Network Icontrol

    4.3.7 Network iControl ASUS Network iControl is an intuitive one-stop network control center that makes it easier for you to manage your network bandwidth and allows you to set, monitor, and schedule the bandwidth priorities for your network programs. It also allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE for a more convenient online experience.
  • Page 144 Using Quick Connection Configuring the PPPoE connection settings Before enabling the Network iControl’s Quick Connection functions, you must configure the PPPoE connection settings To configure the PPPoE settings: in the taskbar, and select Open Network and Sharing Center. Right-click Right-click the PPPoE Connection, and select Properties. Click the Options tab, and deselect Prompt for name and password, certificate, etc.
  • Page 145 You can also enable the No Delay TCP function to help improve the network performance. Click to select Connection Name Tick to set the auto PPPoE connection Click to apply settings Click ON to improve network performance ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-27...
  • Page 146 Using EZ Profile To use the EZ Profile: EZ Profile allows you to load, edit, and save your own network program priority profile. Click the EZ Profile tab. The programs are shown in the network program column. Select the network program, and click to create your profile.

  • Page 147: Usb Bios Flashback Wizard

    Before you start downloading, ensure that you have installed the USB storage device to your computer’s USB port. Click Check for New BIOS Update to check for the latest BIOS version. Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS firmware. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-29...
  • Page 148 From the Save to dropdown list, select the USB storage device that you want to save the BIOS file to, then click Download. When the download process is completed, click OK to exit. Chapter 4: Software support 4-30...

  • Page 149: Fan Xpert

    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. • ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-31...

  • Page 150: Ai Charger

    4.3.10 Ai Charger+ This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices**. • * Check your manufacturer if your USB device is a Battery Charging Specification 1.1 (BC 1.1) compliant or compatible device.

  • Page 151: Probe Ii

    Click Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar and the system status will appear on the right panel. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www. asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 152: Sensor Recorder

    4.3.12 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to designate specific time spans on record to keep track of the three system statuses for certain purposes. Launching Sensor Recorder To launch Sensor Recorder, click Tool >...
  • Page 153 To track the recorded contents, set Type/ Date/ Select display items to display the history details. Click Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar and the system status will appear on the right panel. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-35...

  • Page 154: Asus Update

    Windows environment. ® Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Using ASUS Update Select any of these options to update the BIOS: Update BIOS from Internet •...

  • Page 155: Mylogo2

    Change the boot logo of a downloaded BIOS file and update (or do not update) this BIOS to the motherboard From the BIOS file field, click Browse to locate the BIOS file. From the Picture File field, click Browse the image for your boot logo, then click Next. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-37...
  • Page 156 Do any of the following: Click Auto Tune to adjust the image size or the image resolution. • Click Booting Preview to preview the boot image. • Click Next. Click Flash to update the boot logo. When prompted, click Yes to reboot the system. You will see the new boot logo the next time you start up the system.

  • Page 157: Audio Configurations

    7™ / Vista™ ® Configuration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) Device advanced settings Exit button Minimize button Information button Control settings Set default device buttons Connector settings Analog and digital connector status ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0 4-39...
  • Page 158 • DTS UltraPC II and DTS Connect only support Windows 7/Vista operating systems. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4: Software support 4-40...

  • Page 159: Chapter 5: Raid Support

    With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 160: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.

  • Page 161: Amd ® Option Rom Utility

    The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. To create a RAID volume using more than four hard disk drives, ensure that the SATA connectors 5-6 are set to [RAID] mode. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 162: Creating A Raid Volume

    Creating a RAID volume To create a RAID volume: In the Main Menu, press <2> to enter the LD View / LD Define Menu function. Press <Ctrl> + <C>, and the following screen appears. Option ROM Utility (c) 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. [ LD Define Menu ] LD No LD Name...

  • Page 163: Deleting A Raid Configuration

    LD Name RAID Mode Capacity(GB) xxxxx RAID 0 157.99 Strip Block 64 KB Cache Mode WriteThru [ Drives Assignments ] Port:ID Drive Model Capabilities Capacity(GB) 01:00 xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx 02:00 xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx Any Key To Continue..ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 164: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows operating system ® on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. You have to use a USB The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector.

  • Page 165: Installing The Raid Driver During Windows ® Os Installation

    Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 166: Using A Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    5.2.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive when you ® install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation. To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive’s Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) to the floppy disk containing the RAID driver.
  • Page 167 “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4391&CC_0106”,”ahcix86” id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4393&CC_0104”,”ahcix86” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.SCSI.Napa_amd64_ahci] id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4392&CC_0104”,”ahcix64” id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4391&CC_0106”,”ahcix64” id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4393&CC_0104”,”ahcix64” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor” Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. Save and exit the file. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...
  • Page 168 5-10 Chapter 5: RAID support...

  • Page 169: Chapter 6: Multiple Gpu Support

    For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows 7/Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. Select your current graphics card driver/s. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows 7/Vista, select Uninstall. Turn off your computer. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 170: Installing Two Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    6.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots.

  • Page 171: Installing The Device Drivers

    AMD VISION Engine Control Center in Windows environment. Launching the AMD VISION Engine Control Center To launch the AMD VISION Engine Control Center: Right-click on the Windows desktop and select AMD ® VISION Engine Control Center. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...
  • Page 172 Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology In the AMD VISION Engine Control Center window, click Performance > AMD CrossFireX Select Enable CrossFireX Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made. Chapter 6: Multiple GPU support...

  • Page 173: Appendices

    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. ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...

  • Page 174: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 175 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.

  • Page 176: Asus Contact Information

    +1-812-282-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax...
  • Page 177 ASUS M5A97 EVO R2.0...
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