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1. MemOK WJ EUIS MSA97 EVO M5A97 EVO MemOK switch NA 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 tuni
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3. Chapter 3 3 8 Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options Auto Loads the optimal settings for the system Manual Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters D O C P CPU Bus CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized OC Tuner CANCEL OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance Configuration options OK Cancel CPU Ratio Auto Allows user can manually adjust the maximum non CPB mode CPU ratio The value will be limit to CPU base or factory setting Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the ratio The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model Memory Frequency Auto Allows you to set the memory operating frequency Configuration options Auto DDR3 800MHz DDR3 1066MHz DDR3 1333MHz DDR3 1600MHz Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable If this happens revert to the default setting CPU NB Frequency Auto Allows you to select the CPU NB frequency Configuration options Auto 1400MHz 1600MHz 1800MHz 2000MHz HT Link Speed Auto Allows you to select the HyperTransport link speed Configuration options Auto BOOMHz 1000MHz 1200MHz 1400MHz 1600MHz 1800MHz 2000MHz CPU Spr
4. ASUSTeK Computer Inc Legal Compliance Dept 15 Li Te Rd Beitou Taipei 112 Taiwan In your request please provide the name model number and version as stated in the About Box of the product for which you wish to obtain the corresponding source code and your contact details so that we can coordinate the terms and cost of shipment with you The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same license as the corresponding binary object code This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information ASUSTeK is eager to duly provide complete source code as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to the email address gpl asus com stating the product and describing the problem please do NOT send large attachments such as source code archives etc to this email address Contents NOTICES fee vi siiis me vii About this n e X viii M5A97 EVO specifications summary eeeeeeeee enne enne nennen nnns X Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1 li pj e kt 1 1 1 2 PACKAGES COMLCIIGS det 1 1 1 3 Special features sees eeeeeeee eene enne nennen nnn nnn nnn nnn nnns 1 2
5. 2 The Manual folder of the support CETT DVD appears Double click the S D pum folder of your selected software POET File and Folder Tasks A m ASUS Update t Fanxpert QJ Make a new folder Publish this Folder to e Web i t PCProbell Other Places Manual O My Documents D Shared Documents ij My Computer My Network Places 3 Some software manuals are qm File Edt view Favorites Tools Help provided in different languages Q O Bs ipn Double click the language to adress E GST JV erunASUS Ut Fair show the software manual Fe and Folder Tasks IG EJ Makea new folder Publish this Felder to the Web Traditional_Chinese Other Places i ASUS Utility B My Documents c3 Shared Documents Q My Computer My Network Places Details le g o e D d The screenshots in this section are for reference only The actual software manuals containing in the support DVD vary by models 4 2 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information 4 3 1 Al Suite Il Al Suite Il is an all in one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously Installing Al Suite Il
6. 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 7 Wait for F1 If Error Enabled When set to Enabled the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs Configuration options Disabled Enabled Option ROM Messages Force BIOS Force BIOS The third party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence Keep Current The third party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third party manufacturer had set the add on device to do so Interrupt 19 Capture Disabled Enabled Enables option ROMs to trap Int 19 Disabled Disables option ROMs to trap Int 19 Chapter 3 BIOS setup Setup Mode EZ Mode Advanced Mode Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program EZ Mode Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system Toselect 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 lt F8 gt after POST Boot
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8. If an error is found the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved This user friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second DRAM LED O 4 CPU LED O f 2 O E BOOT DEVICE LED 9 oo Eb C3 Ed dcs i M5A97 EVO CPU DRAM BOOT_DEVICE VGA LED cEEEEREEBEGER 2 Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED The green LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON in sleep mode or in soft off mode This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED oEEEEHERERERES asus H SB PWR M5A97 E
9. To install Al Suite Il 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 Al Suite Il 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete installation Using Al Suite Il Al Suite Il automatically starts when you enter the Windows operating system OS The Al Suite Il icon appears in the Windows notification area Click the icon to open the Al 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 Al Suite Il Auto Tr Tuning System Information Tool Monitor Update ans 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 Shortcut to the Auto Tuning Mode under TurboV EVO AN The Auto Tuning button appears only on models with the TurboV EVO function The applications in the Tool menu vary with models JT p Q n Q e KZ Q The screenshots of Al 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 ASUS M5A97
10. p1eoqieuoy M5A97 E6412 First Edition May 2011 Copyright 2011 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC All Rights Reserved No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC ASUS 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 ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOT
11. 1 3 1 p FOGUIGCE FIGIIIQIMS T 1 2 1 3 2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI VRM 1 2 1 3 3 ASUS Exclusive Features eesseeeeenene 1 3 1 3 4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution esses 1 4 1 3 5 ASUS EZ DIY E 1 4 1 3 6 Other special features sssseenennnn 1 5 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 1 Before you proceed ssssssisisasi iona a 2 1 2 2 MOTHGDO ARG OVEIVICW 2 2 2 2 1 Motherboard VOUT Mr eienen aN En Eae ERE EARR RONEN EEN 2 2 2 2 2 Central Processing Unit CPU sess 2 4 2 2 3 wine TT 2 5 2 2 4 dag DESSEN E TO OT 2 14 2 2 5 MUNIN OT mese thc OTRO E NS 2 16 2 2 6 Onboard SWIICIIBS seas A 2 17 22d Onpoard me a 2 20 2 2 8 intemal COMME CIOS MN RECON aS 2 22 2 3 Building your computer system eere 2 29 2 3 1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 2 29 2 3 2 OP UI CN OW sen D T 2 30 2 3 9 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2 31 2 3 4 DININIIPISEI AON oec ese iea nia ai etas ette aes 2 34 2 3 5 Motherboard mstallatiQDi aibi uota tot duni da qU IE Qiu b bn mattqeecas 2 35 2 3 6 ATX Power connection sisi itle actu muse taade de prs best ed taba icited 2 37 2 3 7 SATA device connection esseeeeeeeeennnnne 2 38 2 3 8 mier VO eei cio MT NT Ts 2 39 2 3 9
12. As Tool Monitor vr p n c o K Q ASUS M5A97 EVO 4 13 4 3 9 Monitor The Monitor section includes the Sensor and CPU Frequency panels ensor LJ CPU Frequency Up date Sensor The Sensor panel displays the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation CPU temperature and voltages Click Monitor gt Sensor on the Al Suite Il main menu bar to launch the Sensor panel CPU Frequency The CPU Frequency panel displays the current CPU frequency and CPU usage Click Monitor gt CPU Frequency on the Al Suite Il main menu bar to open the CPU Frequency panel Resident in the right pane system information area Sensor panel CPU Frequency panel S05 Probe ll le ty Uo et D Ja 4 14 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 10 The System Information section displays the information about the motherboard CPU and memory slots System Information Click the MB tab to see the details on the motherboard manufacturer product name version and BIOS e Click the CPU tab to see the details on the processor and the Cache Click the SPD tab and then select the memory slot to see the details on the memory module installed on the corresponding slot ASUS M5A97 EVO Updat System e E Information ASUS System Information MB Motherboard Manufacturer Product Version Serial Number BIOS Manufacturer Caption Version CPU SPD ASUSTeK Comput
13. Auto Allows you to set the Northbridge voltage The values range from 1 100000V to 1 250000V with a 0 00625V interval NB HT Voltage Auto Allows you to set the HyperTransport voltage The values range from 1 200000V to 1 400000V with a 0 00625V interval 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 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices q Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values uy 5 can cause the system to malfunction ADUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode S um Advanced gt North Bridge gt SATA Configuration gt USB Configuration gt CPU Core On Off Function gt Onboard Devices Configuration ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 13 3 5 1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects RN The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed Ai Tweake Advanced ed CPU Configuration gt 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 u
14. Hardware information M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1067 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU DIMM socket support Vendor Part No Size SS DS Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM CT12864BA1067 8SFD D9JNL CT12872BA1067 9FF D9KPT ECC CT25664BA1067 16FF D9KPT D9JNL CT25672BA1067 18FF D9KPT ECC EBJ10UE8BAWO AE E J1108BABG DJ E EBJ10UE8EDFO AE F J1108EDSE DJ F EBJ21UE8BAWO AE E J1108BABG DJ E 7 EBJ21UE8EDFO AE F J1108EDSE DJ F GG34GB1066C8DC GL1L128M88BA115FW 8 8 8 20 H5TQ1G83AFPG7C SS H5TQ1G83AFPG7C HY5TQ1G831ZNFP G7 D1288JPNDPLD9U KVR1066D3N7 2G Elpida J1108BDSE DJ F KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7K2 4G KINGSTON D1288JELDNGD9U 7 T 7 7 MICRON MT8JTF12864AZ 1G1F1 MICRON 8ZF22 D9KPV MT16JTF25664AZ MICRON 8ZF22 D9KPV 1G1F1 M378B5273BH1 CF8 SAMSUNG KA4B2G0846B HCF8 M2Y2G64CB8HC5N BE 2GB Elixir N2CB1G80CN BE Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC9N BE 2GB EN Side s SS Single sided DS Double sided DIMM support 1 DIMM Supports one 1 module inserted into any slot as Single channel memory configuration We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot 2DIMMs Supports two 2 modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual channel memory configuration We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for better compatibility 4 DIM
15. KHX1600C9D3K3 12GX XMP KINGSTON KHX1600C7D3K2 4GX XMP KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K2 4GX XMP ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 9 M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1600 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU continued DIMM socket support Vendor Part No i ps Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM KHX1600C9D3LK2 4GX XMP KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3X2K2 4GX XMP KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3 6GX XMP KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1K3 6GX XMP OCZ3G16004GK OCZ3BE1600C8LV4GK OCZ30B1600LV4GK OCZ3G1600LV6GK OCZ3X1600LV6GK XMP OCZ3X1600LV6GK XMP AXA3PS2G1600 18V XMP AXA3PS4GK1600S18V XMP SLZ3128M8 EGJ1D XMP GR1600D364L9 2G KINGTIGER KTG2G1600PG3 XMP 2GB DS Mushkin 996805 XMP 4GB 2x 2GB Mushkin 998805 XMP 6GB 3x 2GB Patriot PX7312G1600LLK XMP 12GB 3x 4GB Patriot PGS34G1600LLKA2 4GB 2x 2GB Patriot PGS34G1600LLKA 4GB 2x 2GB PATRIOT PGS34G1600LLKA 4GB2x DS 2GB PVT36G1600LLK XMP DS Patriot PX538G1600LLK XMP Team TXD31024M1600C8 D XMP Team TXD32048M1600HC8 D XMP 2GB Team T3D1288RT 16 8 8 8 24 2 10 Chapter 2 Hardware information M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1333 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU SS Vendor Part No Size DS Apacer 78 01GC6 9L0 feces A TX EMI AM5D5808DEJSBG 9 Apacer 7
16. a Monitor b External SCSI devices starting with the last device on the chain c System power 6 After applying power the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up For systems with ATX power supplies the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button If your monitor complies with the green standards or if it has a power standby feature the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on The system then runs the power on self tests or POST While the tests are running the 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 BIOS Beep One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two No memory detected short beeps then a pause repeated One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure short beeps 7 At power on hold down the Delete key to enter the BIOS Setup Follow the instructions in Chapter 3 2 5 Turning off the computer While the system is ON pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system on sleep mode or soft
17. 2 24 2 25 2 24 2 9 2 2 2 Central Processing Unit CPU The motherboard comes with an AM3 socket designed for AMD FX Phenom II Athlon Sempron 100 Series Processors ini C M5A97 EVO CPU AM3 AM3 ee AN Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU 2 4 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 2 3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 DDR3 Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM slots N 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 DIMM A2 DIMM B2 DIMM A1 DIMM B1 a Ooo oo r Hih CIC IC IC Je M5A97 EVO 240 pin DDR3 DIMM socket Recommended memory configurations ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 5 Memory configurations You may install 1 GB 2GB 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets l You may install varying mem
18. 2 d zerg a 0 o an OO0On O PANEL Jilles PIN 1 ASUS ue ct Oc M5A97 EVO a a z c 9 hd Ww 2 o 2 K ZA ao ge E mm o 0 jJ aa Em o L JL JE dL TES IDE LED PWRSW RESET M5A97 EVO System panel connector 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 2 28 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 3 Building your computer system 2 3 1 Additional tools
19. 3 8 3 ASUS O C Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings Too ASUS O C Profile gt Label Save to Profile Load from Profile 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 lt Enter gt and then select Yes Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings press lt Enter gt 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 27 3 9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu Load Optimized Defaults ASUS EZ Mode Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus When you select this option or if you press lt F5 gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to load the default values Save Changes amp Reset Once you are finished making your select
20. 4 F 63 0 C 4 950V CPU_FAN 2626RPM PWR_FAN i i i MB 84 2 F 29 0 C 11 840V CHA_FAN1 N A CHA_FAN2 i i i i i Ci System Performance Performance Energy Saving Normal U Boot Priority Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to decide the boot priority Boot Menu F8 Default F5 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 uU Selects the boot device priority Ff 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 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 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 EZ Mode click Exit then select ASUS EZ Mode Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advahced Mode mm uu wu Ai Tweaker Advanced Ael are rol M Onboard Devices Configuration gt Enabled Disabled JMB Storage OPROM VIA 1394 Controller JMB Storage Controller Enabled Display OptionRom in POST Asmedia USB 3 0 Controller Enabled Asmedia USB 3 0 Battery Charging Support
21. 4GB 9 10 9 28 KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3 3GX XMP 3GB 3x 1GB KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 9 OCZ OCZ3G1866LV4GK 4GB 2x 2GB A 10 10 10 OCZ3P1866C9LV6GK 6GB 3 x 2GB 9 9 9 Wem Talent W1866UX2G8 XMP 2GB 2 x 1GB Team TXD32048M1866C9 XMP 2GB T3D1288RT 16 9 9 9 24 M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1800MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU DIMM socket support Vendor Part No i SS DS Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM F3 14400CL6D 4GBFLS XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 8 6 24 11 65 gt F3 14400CL9D Mix Dos x ace 9 9 9 24 1 6 KINGSTON _KHKTeOOCSDSTIKGGGNDMP eese x208 0S ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 7 M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 2000 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU Vendor Part No A DATA AX3U2000GC4G9B XMP 78 AAGD5 9KD XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB SS Chip DS DS Brand Chip NO Timing DIMM socket support Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 9 11 9 27 1 55 1 75 Voltage CMT6GX3M3A2000C8 XMP 6GB 3x 2GB F3 16000CL9D 4GBRH XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB F3 16000CL9D 4GBTD XMP F3 16000CL9T 6GBTD XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB F3 16000CL7Q 8GBFLS XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 8GB 4 x 2GB GUP34GB2000C9DC XMP 4GB 2x 2GB AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V XMP 4GB 2x 2GB PX7312G2000ELK XMP 12GB 3x 4GB TXD32048M200
22. BIOS Updater Updates and backups the BIOS in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities N Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities 3 10 1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage save and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment The ASUS Update utility allows you to Update the BIOS directly from the Internet Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file Save the current BIOS file View the BIOS version information This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package Z ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider ISP Launching ASUS Update After installing Al Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch ASUS Update by clicking Update gt ASUS Update on the Al Suite II main menu bar Z Quit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS using this utility ASUS M5A97 EVO Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet 1 From the ASUS Update screen select JESUS ASUS Update Update BIOS from Internet and then date B
23. 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e 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 N 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 Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatu
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25. Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task Ff NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase lt Key gt Keys enclosed in the less than and greater than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example lt Enter gt means that you must press the Enter or Return key lt Key1 gt Key2 Key3 If you must press two or more keys simultaneously the key names are linked with a plus sign Example Ctrl Alt Del M5A97 EVO specifications summary Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Multi GPU support Storage IEEE 1394 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 AMD 970 SB950 Up to 4800 MT s HyperTransport 3 0 interface 4 x DIMM max 32GB DDR3 2133 O C 1866 1800 1600 1333 1066 MHz ECC non ECC un buffered memory 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 32 bit operation system may only recognize
26. Not Installed User Password If you have set a user password you must enter the user password for accessing the system The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press Enter 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press lt Enter gt 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press Enter 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press lt Enter gt d From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press lt Enter gt 4 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the user password follow the same steps as in changing a user password but press Enter when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed 3 6 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking related items Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard Ai Tweaker Current CPU Speed Target CPU Speed Current Memory Freq
27. PWR Ground Reset d Ground To install USB 2 0 Connector To install front panel audio connector ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 39 2 3 9 Expension Card installation To install PCle x16 cards 2 40 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 3 10 Rear panel connection LIII ELITR rrr roe ER R 8 a 8 ee Ie Ie HoH JEJE TC YE X T T TS TT ae EH ma aa Rear panel connectors 5 Realtek LAN RJ 45 port 6 USB 2 0 ports 1 and 2 and Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 41 EN DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port Due to USB 3 0 controller limitation USB 3 0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 0 driver installation USB 3 0 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 0 devices If you want to use the hot plug function of the external SATA ports you have to set the JMB Storage Controller item in the BIOS setting to Enabled and install the JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver from the motherboard support DVD Refer to section 3 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED E ACT LINK SPEED E LED LED OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connectio
28. USB ports 6 x SATA 6 0 Gb s connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector 4 pin 2 x Chassis Fan connectors 1 x 4 pin 1 x 3 pin 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x 3 pin 1 x IEEE1394a connector 1 x COM connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S PDIF Out header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 24 pin EATX Power connector 8 pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel Q Connector 1 x MemOK button 1 x EPU switch 1x TPU switch BIOS features 32 Mb Flash ROM UEFI BIOS PnP DMI 2 0 WfM 2 0 SM BIOS 2 6 ACPI 2 0a Multi language BIOS ASUS EZ Flash 2 Manageability WIM 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 Specifications are subject to change without notice Xil 1 1 Welcome Thank you for buying an ASUS M5A97 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 Before you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it check the items in your package with the list below 1 2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items 3 x Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s cables 1x 2 in 1 ASUS Q Connector kit 1 x ASUS I O Shield Z If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer The illustrated items above are for r
29. 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 A For system stability use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load 4 DIMMs or overclocking condition 2 6 Chapter 2 Hardware information M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 2000MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU DIMM socket support Vendor Part No i SS chip q Chip No Timing Voltage Optional A DATA AX3U2000GB2G9B XMP 2GB 9 11 9 27 CORSAIR CMT6GX3M3A2000C8 XMP 6GB 3x 2GB 8 9 8 24 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Crucial BL12864BE2009 8SFB3 EPP 1GB KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3x 2GB AEXEA AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V XMP 4GB 2x 2GB Silicon Power SPOO2GBLYU200SO2 XMP p p Team TXD32048M2000C9 L XMP T3D1288RT 20 9 9 9 24 M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1866MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU i DIMM socket support Vendor Part No i d Sue Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM TR3X6G1866C9DVer4 1 XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 9 9 9 24 CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9 XMP 8GB 2x 4GB 9 10 9 27 F3 15000CL9D 4GBRH XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 9 9 9 24 F3 15000CL9D 4GBTD XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 9 9 9 24 F3 14900CL9D 8GBSR XMP 8GB 2x
30. connector is for an IEEE 1394a port Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector Doing so will damage the motherboard The IEEE 1394 bracket is purchased separately 5 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF OUT This connector is for an additional Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF port s 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 EEREP oo ke ii g i L SPDIF OUT EJ K E E 2 C Q o us L M5A97 EVO Z re gt e Q K E LO A Z m eo c ERSTE CC M5A97 EVO Digital audio connector The S PDIF module is purchased separately 2 24 Chapter 2 Hardware information 6 Front p
31. disks sess 4 18 4 4 3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS sssssssss 4 18 4 4 4 AMD Option ROM LUNG eise tas hpc URR EGRE Pra s tias 4 19 4 5 Creating a RAID driver disk eene 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 ssssssssse 4 24 Chapter 5 Multiple GPU technology support 5 1 ATI CroSSFireX technology eene ennt 5 1 5 1 1 mE N E gE E A SA AE A A T 5 1 5 1 2 Before you begin ec 5 1 5 1 3 Installing two CrossFireX graphics cards 5 2 5 1 4 Installing the device drivers ssssesssss 5 3 5 1 5 Enabling the ATI CrossFireX technology 5 3 vi 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
32. flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment Launching FAN Xpert After installing Al Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch FAN Xpert by clicking Tool gt Fan Xpert on the Al Suite Il main menu bar Using FAN Xpert Click Fan Name to select a fan and then click Setting to select a preset mode for your selected fan Click to select a fan type Click to select a fan profile 74 8 FAN Xpert Fan Name Setting CPU Fan Silent Click to apply the settings System Click to discard In fo rma tio n the setti ngs 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 le ty o e D Ja 4 10 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 6 Probe Il Probe Il is a utility that monitors the computer s vital components and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components Probe II senses fan rotations CPU temperature and system voltages among others With this utility you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition Launching Probe Il After installing Al Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch Probe II by clicking Tool gt Probe Il on the Al Suite Il main menu bar Configur
33. 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 Al 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 1 3 3 ASUS Exclusive Features 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 Al Suite Il With its user friendly interface ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple to use software package It allows you 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 1 3 1 3 4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design Heat sink solution The stylish heatsink features O dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for motherboard users but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient
34. heat exchange Combined with usability and aesthetics the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the elegant appearance ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC s loading The built in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment 1 3 5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface offering a user friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input Users can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system The exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently accessed setup info while the Advance Mode is for experienced performance enthusiasts that demand far more intricate system settings Supports Hard Drives over 2 2TB ASUS UEFI BIOS natively supports hard drives larger than 2 2TB in 64 bit with full storage space utilization helping deliver far more exciting computing than traditional BIOS versions 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 Connector ASUS Q Connector allows y
35. in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 31 3 10 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS based utility Z Before you start using this utility download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www asus com To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 LP Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port 2 X Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press Enter to enable it ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility VO1 02 r EESTI MODEL M5A97 EVO P fsO Drive Folder Info fsO 04 26 11 fs1 04 26 11 01 12 08 01 12 08 01 12 08 01 12 08 01 12 08 01 12 08 a File Infor MODEL Help Info Enter Select or Load Tab Switch VER 0130 DATE 04 22 2011 ati8782_Win7Vista32 BIOS DIGI Phase DIGI CPU Current DIGI DRAM Current DIGI DRAM DIGI CPU DIGI Duty Up Down PageUp PageDown Home End Move Esc Exit F2 Backup d Press Tab to switch to the Drive field Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS and then press Enter 5 Press Tab to switch to the Folder Info field 6 Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file and then press Enter to perform the BIOS update pro
36. 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 e JT p Q n Q KZ Q ASUS M5A97 EVO 4 23 le ty o et D JI 4 24 4 5 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 Refer to the steps below 1 Using another computer plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert the floppy disk containing the RAID driver 2 Right click My Computer on the Windows desktop or start menu and then select Manage from the pop up window 3 Select Device Manager From the Universal Serial Bus controllers right click xxxxxx USB Floppy and then select Properties from the pop up window The name of the USB floppy disk drive varies with different vendors 4 Click Details tab The Vendor ID VID and Product ID PID are displayed 5 Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the file txtsetup oem 6 Double click the file A window appears allowing you to select the program for opening the oem file a WordPad a Notepad Windows Media Player 1 MSN Open Explore Map Network Drive Disconnec
37. off mode depending on the BIOS setting Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft off mode regardless of the BIOS setting ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 45 2 46 Chapter 2 Hardware information 3 1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface offering a user friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input Users can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system The term BIOS in this user manual refers to UEFI BIOS unless otherwise specified 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 Anerror 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 b
38. or later operating systems use either a USB flash drive with the RAID driver or the support DVD aN 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 4 5 1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS Boot your computer Press Del during POST to enter the BIOS setup utility Set the optical drive as the primary boot device Insert the support DVD into the optical drive Save changes and exit BIOS When the Make Disk menu appears press 1 to create a RAID driver disk NODOJN RAON gt Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive then press lt Enter gt 8 Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process 4 5 2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows To create a RAID driver disk in Windows 1 Start Windows 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk 9 Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive 4 Go to the Make Disk menu and then click AMD AHCI RAID 32 64bit xxxx Driver to create a RAID driver disk 5 Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk 6 Follow the succeeding screen instructions to comp
39. 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 1 3 2 1 EZ Mode By default the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information and allows you to select the display language system performance mode and boot device priority To access the Advanced Mode click Exit Advanced Mode then select Advanced Mode Z The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 3 7 Boot memu for details Selects the display language of Clicks to display all fan the BIOS setup program speeds if available 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 Exit Advanced Mode i i j i i M5A97 EVO English BIOS Version 0119 Build Date 04 07 2011 ILI i i CPU Type AMD Phenom tm II X4 965 Processor Speed 3439 MHz Monday 4 11 2011 Total Memory 4096 MB a V Temperature Voltage ssa Fan Speed CPU 145
40. 0 Support Enabled EHCI Hand off Disabled gt SB USB Configuration The USB Devices item shows the auto detected values If no USB device is detected the item shows None Legacy USB Support Enabled Enabled Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems OS Disabled The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program Auto Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup If detected the USB controller legacy mode is enabled If no USB device is detected the legacy USB support is disabled Legacy USB3 0 Support Enabled Enabled Enables the support for USB 3 0 devices on legacy operating systems OS Disabled Disables the function EHCI Hand off Disabled Enabled Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand off feature Disabled Disables the function SB 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 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 5 5 CPU Core On Off Function 74 8 TMUI i BIOS Utility Advanced Mode m ws Advanced Monitor Advanced CPU Core On O
41. 0C9 XMP TXD32048M2000C9 L XMP 2GB 2GB Team Team T3D1288RT 20 9 9 9 24 TXD32048M2000C9 L XMP 2GB T3D1288LT 20 Team T3D1288RT 20 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 1 5 1 6 B M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1866 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU Vendor Part No Size CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9 XMP 8GB 2x 4GB SS Chip DS Brand Chip NO Timing DIMM socket support Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 9 10 9 27 G SKILL G SKILL F3 15000CL9D 4GBRH XMP F3 15000CL9D 4GBTD XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 5 1 65 1 65 9 9 9 24 KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3 3GX XMP 3GB 3x 1GB 1 65 KINGSTON OCZ KHX1866C9D3T1K3 6GX XMP OCZ3G1866LV4GK 6GB 3 x 2GB 4GB 2x 2GB 1 65 10 10 10 OCZ OCZ3P1866C9LV6GK 6GB 3 x 2GB 9 9 9 Super Talent W1866UX2G8 XMP 2GB 2 x 1GB 8 8 8 24 Team TXD32048M1866C9 XMP 2GB T3D1288RT 16 9 9 9 24 M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1800 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU DIMM socket support 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM SS Part No DS Vendor Chip Brand Chip NO Timing DS DS DS G SKILL G SKILL KINGSTON F3 14400CL6D 4GBFLS XMP F3 14400CL9D 4GBRL XMP KHX1800C9D3T1K3 6GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 4GB 2 x 2GB 6GB 3 x 2GB 2 8 Chapter 2 Hardware information M5A9
42. 7 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1600 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU DIMM socket support Vendor Part No i ps Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM uu m m mu 6 6 6 18 8 8 8 24 1 8 8 8 24 1 73 20 l4 9 9 9 24 1 8 8 8 24 1 8 8 8 24 1 7 8 7 20 1 8 8 8 24 1 9 9 9 24 1 8 8 8 24 1 9 9 9 24 1 9 9 9 24 1 8 8 8 24 1 8 8 8 24 1 9 9 9 24 1 7 7 7 24 1 8 8 8 24 1 9 9 9 24 1 8 8 8 21 1 6 1 65 7 8 7 24 1 9 9 9 24 an ME E NE AE CORSAIR HX3X12G1600C9 XMP CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9 XMP CORSAIR CMG4GX3M2A1600C6 CMD4GX3M2B1600C8 CMG4GX3M2A1600C6 CMX4GX3M2A1600C8 XMP CMD4GX3M2A1600C8 XMP CMG4GX3M2A1600C7 XMP CMX4GX3M2A1600C9 XMP CMP6GX3M3A1600C8 XMP CMP6GX3M3A1600C8 XMP CMX6GX3M3C1600C7 XMP TR3X6G1600C8D XMP CMP8GX3M2A1600C9 XMP CMZ8GX3M2A1600C8 XMP CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9 XMP CMX8GX3M4A1600C9 XMP BL12864BN1608 8FF XMP BL25664BN1608 16FF XMP F3 12800CL9D 4GBNQ XMP F3 12800CL7D 4GBRH XMP F3 12800CL8D 4GBRM XMP F3 12800CL9D 4GBECO XMP F3 12800CL8T 6GBPI XMP F3 12800CL7D 8GBRH XMP F3 12800CL9D 8GBRL XMP F3 12800CL8D 8GBECO XMP GET316GB1600C9QC XMP GE34GB1600C9DC XMP GUP34GB1600C7DC XMP GVP38GB1600C8QC XMP 8 8 8 28 FLGD45F B8MF7 XMP KINGSTON
43. 8 A1GC6 9L1 ae CORSAIR TW3X4G1333C9A 4GB 2x DS 2GB CORSAIR CMX8GX3M2A1333C9 XMP CORSAIR CMX8GX3M4A1333C9 Chip Brand Chip NO Apacer AM5D5808FEQSBG 9 0 MICRON AM5D5808FEQSBG Timing 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 DIMM socket support DIMM DIMM DIMM CT12864BA1339 8FF SS oe 2GB CT25664BA1339 16FF DS Crucial CT25672BA1339 18FF mE MICRON D9KPT ECC 9 EBJ10UE8BDFO DJ F MICRON ELPIDA J1108BDSE DJ F EBJ10UE8EDFO DJ F ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F EBJ20UF8BCFO DJ F EBJ21UE8BDFO DJ F Elpida ELPIDA J2108BCSE DJ F J1108BDSE DJ F F3 10600CL9D 4GBNT G SKILL D3 128M8CE9 2GB G SKILL F3 10666CL8D 4GBHK XMP G SKILL F3 10666CL7D 4GBRH XMP F3 10666CL8D 4GBECO XMP G SKILL F3 10666CL9D 8GBRL 2x G SKILL G SKILL F3 10666CL9D 8GBRL i 2x el 9 9 9 24 AGB GB 4GB 2x DS 2GB 4GB 2x DS 2GB GV34GB1333C7DC GEIL GEIL GEIL GL1L128M88BA115FW GL1L128M88BA15FW GL1L128M88BA12N T DS 8 8 8 24 2GB 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 7 7 7 24 9 9 9 24 GVP38GB1333C7QC HMT112U6TFR8A H9 HMT325U6BFR8C H9 H5TC1G83TFR H5TQ2G83BFR HMT125U6BFR8C H9 H5TQ1G83BFRH9C HMT125U6TFR8A H9 HMT351U6BFR8C H9 Hynix H5TC1G83TFR H5TQ2G83BFR FLFE85F C8KM9 Kingmax KFC8FNMXF BXX 15A FLFE85F B8KL9 KINGMAX KFB8FNLXL BNF 15A FLFF65F C8KM9 Kingston KVR1333D3N9 1G Kingmax Elpida KFC8
44. 97 ie r 3 Volts 3 Volts 2 PIN 1 Co 9 L JL dL d Cr II M5A97 EVO ATX power connectors NA 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 Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended 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 want to use two or more high end PCI Express x16 cards use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability 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 SLanguagezen us for details ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 27 10 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions ISGH E i jii Shir 8 U m 2 A m p xe D Bm 5515 1
45. CHA FAN PWR GND N 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 e The CPU FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A 12 W fan power e Only the CPU FAN CHA FAN 1 and CHA FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature f you install two VGA cards we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA FAN1 or CHA FAN for better thermal environment 2 26 Chapter 2 Hardware information 9 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit QEATX12V OEATXPWR 8888 3 Volts GND NONO 12 Volts 5 Volts t 12 Volts 5 Volts o 5V Standby 5 Volts Power OK 5 Volts BA GND GND oaoadao 5 Volts GND ag 6666 GND GND K 5 Volts PSON GND GND Q 3 Volts 12 Volts M5A
46. COVGA LED 8111E a OO lt lt PCIEXI 1 Lithium Cell E D CMOS Power Oo 22 E oo al ee nam a PCIEX1_2 BUS AMD al aa 8 a a rm ao M5A97 EVO SB950 CHA_FAN2 mu 9 29 LT gt PCIEX16_2 E BOOT DEVICE LED 3 PCI1 o omm Super 1 0 PCI2 OOO ae amcEEE 10 17 a IE1394 2 se PwR USB910 USBiii2 USB1314 COMI _ SATA6G_5 SATAGG 6 T velin 55227 EFE FEES EET CR re rl qn BH 16 15 14 13 12 8 11 LN Refer to 2 2 8 Internal connectors and 2 3 10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors 2 2 Chapter 2 Hardware information Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Slots 1 2 9 10 11 12 13 14 19 16 17 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V CPU socket AM3 CPU chassis and power fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 4 pin CHA_FAN1 3 pin CHA FAN2 3 pin PWR_FAN DDR3 DIMM slots EPU switch MemOK switch USB 3 0 connector 19 1 pin USB3 34 AMD SB950 Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G_1 6 gray TPU switch Clear RTC RAM CLRTC System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL Serial port connector 10 1 pin COM1 USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB910 USB1112 USB1314 Standby power LED SB PWR IEEE 1394a port connector 10 1 pin IE1394 2 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF OUT ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 19 2 17 2 23 2 22 2 18 2 16 2 28 2 25 2 23 2 20
47. CPU frequency GPU frequency vCore Voltage and Fan Control Launching EPU After installing Al Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch EPU by clicking Tool gt EPU on the Al Suite I main menu bar Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected EPU Control Panel Displays current mode Tranquility High iussa b The items lighting up Performance Convenience bh means power saving O engine is activated Chipset Memory GA Reduced CO2 Emission Reliability Energy Saved Displays the amount Time Started of CO2 reduced From EPU Installation Shifts between the Configurations From the Last Reset display of Total and Clear aa Current CO2 reduced Current CPU Power Displays the current CPU power Advanced settings for each mode Displays the system Multiple system properties of each mode operating modes e Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you installed EPU A Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you click the Clear button ESEEISII JT p Q n Q e K 9 ASUS M5A97 EVO 4 9 4 3 5 FAN Xpert Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC s system loading The built in variety of useful profiles offer
48. EVO 4 3 le ty Uo e D Ja 4 4 4 3 2 DIGI VRM ASUS DIGI VRM 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 longer component lifespan and minimize power loss After installing Al Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch DIGI VRM by clicking Tool gt DIGI VRM on the Al Suite Il main menu bar ASUS DIGI VRM 1 CPU Load Line Calibration 4 CPU NB Load Line Calibration CPU Current Capability 5 CPU NB Current Capability 3 CPU Voltage Frequency 6 Application helps Apply all changes immediately CPU Power Duty Control Undo all changes without applying Function description 1 CPU Load line Calibration Higher load line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal 2 CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for overclocking A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery 3 CPU Voltage Frequency Switching frequency will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal 4 CPU NB Load Line Calibration Set to a higher value for system performance or to a lower value for better thermal solution 5 CPU NB Current Capability Setting CPU NB Current Capability to a higher value increases the overclocking frequency range of the DRAM Contr
49. Extsetup oem Programs M Recommended Programs T Notepad Fr Other Programs BB adobe Reader 8 1 Internet Explorer y Paint B windows Media Player ie Windows Picture and Fax Viewer A WordPad Type a description that you want to use For this kind of File Always use the selected program to open this kind of File If the program you want is not in the list or on your computer you can look For the appropriate program on the Web 8 Find the Hardwarelds SCSI Napa_i386_ahci8086 and Hardwarelds SCSI Napa_amd64_ahci sections in the txtsetup oem file 9 Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections id USB VID_xxxx amp PID_xxxx usbstor HardwareIds SCSI Napa_i386 ahci8086 id PCINEN 1002 amp DEV 4392 amp CC 0104 ahcix86 id PCINEN 1002 amp DEV 4391 amp CC 0106 ahcix86 id PCINVEN 1002 amp DEV 4393 amp CC 0104 ahcix86 id USB VID O3EE amp PID 6901 usbstor HardwareIds SCSI Napa amd64 ahci id PCINEN 1002 amp DEV 4392 amp CC 0104 ahcix64 Add the same line to both sections The VID and PID vary with different vendors 10 Save and exit the file er tee Q d c Ka Q ASUS M5A97 EVO 4 25 le g o e D d 4 26 Chapter 4 Software support 5 1 ATI CrossFireX technology The motherboard supports the ATI CrossFireX technolo
50. FNMXF BXX 15A J1108BDSE DJ F Kingston KVR1333D3N9 2G Kingston D1288JPNDPLD9U KHX1333C9D3UK2 4GX XMP Kingston KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9K2 4G KINGSTON D1288JEMFPGD9U MT4JTF12864AZ 1G4D1 MICRON MT8JTF25664AZ 1G4D1 2GB SS Micron D9LGK MT8JTF25664AZ 1G4D1 Micron Micron D9LGQ MT16JTF51264AZ 1G4D1 Micron OCZ3RPR13332GK OCZ3P1333LV3GK OCZ3G1333LV4GK ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 11 2 12 M5A97 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1333 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU continued Vendor Part No OCZ3RPR13334GK SS DS DS Chip Brand Chip NO Voltage A DIMM socket support Optional 4 DIMM DIMM DIMM OCZ3P1333LV4GK DS OCZX1333LV6GK XMP DS OCZ3G1333LV8GK DS OCZ3G1333LV8GK DS OCZ3RPR1333C9LV8GK DS PC310600U 9 10 A0 SS PSC A3P1GF3FGF DS P PSC PC310600U 9 10 BO 2GB DS PSC A3P1GF3FGF SS AL8F8G73D DG1 M378B2873EH1 CH9 SAMSUNG A3P1GF3DGF K4B1G0846E M378B2873FHS CH9 SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F M378B5773DH0 CH9 M378B5673FH0 CH9 SS Samsung SAMSUNG K4B2G08460 K4B1G0846F M378B5273BH1 CH9 SAMSUNG K4B2G0846B HCH9 M378B5273CH0 CH9 M378B5273DH0 CH9 M378B1G73AH0 CH9 SAMSUNG Samsung SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C K4B2G08460 K4B4G0846A HCH9 TS256MLK64V3N 566577 Hynix H5TQ2G83BFR TS256MLK64V3N 574206 T
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52. IGI VRM CPU Load Line Calibration Auto Load line is defined by AMD VRM spec and affects CPU voltage The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading Higher load line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal This item allows you to adjust the voltage range from the following percentages to boost the system performance 0 Regular 25 Medium 50 High 75 Ultra High and 100 Extreme Configuration options Auto Regular Medium High Ultra High Extreme Z The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specifiation CPU NB Load Line Calibration Auto Allows you to select the CPU NB Load Line mode Configuration options Auto Regular High Extreme CPU Currrent Capability Auto This item provides wider total power range for overclocking A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously Configuration options Auto 100 110 120 130 140 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 lt Enter gt key You can also use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value To restore the default setting type auto using the keyboard and pr
53. IOS Information click Next Update BIOS fom Interne M5A97 EVO 2 Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you Fe to avoid network traffic eae If you want to enable the BIOS sever ftp asus com tw res nome downgradable function and auto BIOS backup function check the checkboxs before the two items on the screen 3 Select the BIOS version that you want ESSEE ERE E to download Click Next 3 Model Name M5A97 EVO 4 You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo which is the image appearing on screen during the Power On Self Tests POST Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue 5 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process 3 30 Chapter 3 BIOS setup Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file 1 From the ASUS Update screen select 7eUS ASUS Update Update BIOS from file and then click ee Next Update BIOS from Internet Model Name Click Browse to locate the BIOS file Fe and then click Next ppc PRN Model Name M5A97 EVO E M5A97EVO ROM You can decide whether to change the Sg aS BIOS boot logo Click Yes if you want to yp change the boot logo or No to continue Model Name MSA97 EVO Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process The screenshots in this section are for reference only The actual BIOS information vary by models e Refer to the software manual
54. Ms Supports four 4 modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual channel memory configuration EN When overclocking some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs e Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 13 2 2 4 Expansion slots 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 Slot No Slot Description E PCI slot 2 PCI Express operating mode VGA configuration x16 Single VGA PCle card Recommend for single VGA Dual VGA PCle card Chapter 2 Hardware information EN In single VGA card mode use the PCle 2 0 x16 1 slot blue for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance In CrossFireX mode use the PCle 2 0 x16 1 and PCle 2 0 x16 2 slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX mode Refer to page 2 27 for details Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA FAN1 2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment See page 2 26 for details IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B HD Audio shared VIA 6308 Realtek 8111E JMicron ATA Controller 0 JMicron ATA Controller 1 USB 3 0 1 shared USB 3 0 2 shared Onchip SATA Controller share
55. OS Utility Advanced Mode Main Security gt User Password f 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 5 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system Otherwise you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program To set an administrator password 1 Select the Administrator Password item and press Enters 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change an administrator password 1 Select the Administrator Password item and press Enters 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press lt Enter gt 3 From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press Enter 4 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the administrator password follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password but press Enter when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows
56. 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 3 8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the submenu Monitor Be used to update BIOS gt ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility gt ASUS SPD Information gt ASUS O C Profile 3 8 1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 When you press lt Enter gt a confirmation message appears Use the left right arrow key to select between Yes or No then press lt Enter gt to confirm your choice For more details refer to section 3 10 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility a ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 25 3 8 2 ASUS SPD Information This item allows you to get DRAM SPD information Tool ASUS SPD Information gt 3 26 DIMM Slot Manufacturer Module Size Maximum Bandwidth Part Number Serial Number Product Week Year SPD Ext JEDEC ID S zip zio Frequency Mhz 1333 Voltage V 1 500 CAS Lantency tCL 9 RAS to CAS tRCD 9 RAS Precharge tRP 9 tRAS 24 tRC 33 tWR tRRD tRFC tWTR tRTP tFAW DIMM Slot Slot 2 Configuration options Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 Slot 4 Slot 2 Micron 2048 MBytes 1333 Mhz 16JTF25664AY 1G4D1 ea18bd43 50 2008 Chapter 3 BIOS setup
57. Q 3 Chapter 3 BIOS setup SB HD Azalia Configuration Options for SB HD Azalia HD Audio Azalia Device Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the HD Audio controller Configuration options Disabled Enabled Auto Azalia Front Panel HD Allows you to set the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 or high definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports AC 97 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 3 5 7 APM Ce Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Back Advanced APM gt ErP Ready Enabled ErP Ready Enabled Disabled Disables the Energy Related Products ErP Ready function Enabled Allows BIOS to switch off some power at S5 state to get system ready for the ErP requirement When set to Enabled power for WOL WO_USB audio and onboard LEDs will be switched off at S5 state ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 21 3 6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature power status and allows you to change the fan settings JUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Monitor MB Temperature VCORE Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage VDDA2 5V Voltage CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed Chassis F
58. RXN1 RSATA RXP1 RSATA TXN1 RSATA TXP1 GND RSATA RXN2 RSATA RXP2 RSATA TXN2 RSATA TXP2 GND GND a zZ o GND a z 9 B B SATAGG p E n 2 INO OOOO FEREEREHI falta RSATA RXP3 RSATA TXN3 RSATA TXP3 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND an GND RSATA_RXN3 Q z o GND a z o i a SATA6G iui mu 4 i SATA6G u mu 6 a z M5A97 EVO GND RSATA TXP5 GND GND RSATA TXP5 a z 3 GND oo th C4 B CIC Jr arc M5A97 EVO SATA 6 0 Gb s connectors RSATA TXN5 RSATA RXP5 RSATA RXN5 RSATA TXN5 RSATA RXP5 RSATA RXN5 right angle side NOTE Connect the right angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device Or you may connect the right angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards e 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 D
59. Realtek LAN Controller Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled gt Serial Port Configuration gt SB HD Azalia Configuration Submenu item Pop up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature power status and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu For example selecting Main shows the Main menu items The other items Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool and Exit on the menu bar have their respective menu items Back button This button appears when entering a submenu Press Esc or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen Submenu items A greater than sign gt 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 ap
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61. TE Recovery Time Auto 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 9 DRAM Driving Control 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 ADDHR CMD drive strength Auto Configuration options Auto 1x 1 25x 1 5x 2x MEMCLK drive strength Auto Configuration options Auto 0 75x 1x 1 25x 1 5x 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 2096 60 ohms 2096 D
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63. Te TurboV EVO Powered by TPU Auto Tuning Save Profile CPU Frequency 200 200 MES 5000 1 375000 gt 200 6 x 4 0 lt Core 0 k 50 175000 lt lt 1 1 50000 4 e CPU Usage CPU Ratio for g 1 Ratio 2 Adjustment bar 2 3300MHz T Applies al shane ic to restore OS Default Settings Undo Apply immediately v all start up 8 E settings M MEE T 8 Ie Undoes all changes er mJ ici without applying D N 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 4 6 Chapter 4 Software support Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes providing the most flexible auto tuning options EN 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 Fast Tuning fast CPU overclocking Extreme Tuning extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1 Click the Auto Tuning tab and then Qem click Fast 2 Read through the warning messages and click Start to start auto overclocking Auto System Level Up 3 TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU saves BIOS settings and restart
64. VD 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 2 22 Chapter 2 Hardware information USB 3 0 connector 20 1 pin USB3 34 This connector is for the additional USB 3 0 ports and complies with the USB 3 0 specificaton that supports up to 480 MBps connection speed If the USB 3 0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis with this USB 3 0 connector you can have a front panel USB 3 0 solution LIE s z USBS3 34 es PIN 1 EH Vbus oF Vbus Int P1 SSRX Int P2 SSRX Int P1 SSRX Int P2 SSRX GND Ed GND IntA_P1_SSTX I Int P2 SSTX m IntA_P1_SSTX Int P2 SSTX GND Q H GND IntA P1 D Asus Int P2 D Int P1 D M5A97 EVO Cre IntA_P2_D ID d on iho rara M5A97 EVO USB3 0 connector 3 USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB910 USB1112 USB1314 These c
65. VO Lre C zm ON OFF Rh CI L JL JL J SS Standby Power Powered Off M5A97 EVO Onboard LED 2 20 Chapter 2 Hardware information 3 TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable ogg AO a i 5 l z K cim ERSTES o I faa L Fib 9 parce M5A97 EVO TPU LED O2LED2 4 EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable m om O2LED3 jJ LU Oo fh M5A97 EVO EPU LED ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 2 8 Internal connectors 1 AMD SB950 Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G 1 6 gray These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s signal cables If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives you can create a RAID 0 1 5 and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD SB950 chipset HEP rm RSATA
66. an 2 Speed Power Fan Speed CPU Q Fan Control CPU Fan Profile CPU Fan Speed Low Limit Chassis Q Fan Control CPU Temperature MB Temperature xxx C xxx F The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators CPU Fan Speed xxxx RPM N A Chassis Fan 1 2 Speed xxxx RPM N A Power Fan Speed xxxx RPM N A The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU chassis and power fan speed in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A Chapter 3 BIOS setup CPU Q Fan Control Enabled Disabled Disables the CPU Q Fan control feature Enabled Enables the CPU Q Fan control feature CPU Fan Profile Standard This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan Standard Sets to Standard to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature Silent Sets to Silent to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation Turbo Sets to Turbo to achieve maximum CPU fan speed Manual Sets to Manual to assign detailed fan speed control parameters The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Pr
67. and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws SATA optical disc drive optional Graphics card optional Z The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 29 CPU installation 2 3 2 The AMD AMS 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 ion Hardware informat Chapter 2 2 30 2 3 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 31 mbly To install the CPU heatsink and fan asse 2 3 4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 Hardware information Motherboard installation 2 3 5 fF The diagrams in this section are for reference only The motherboard layout may vary with models but the installation steps remain the same ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 35 damage the motherboard ng so can Doi DO NOT overtighten the screws Chapter 2 Hardware 2 3 6 ATX Power connection ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 37 2 3 7 SATA device connection 2 38 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 3 8 Front I O Connector To install ASUS Q Connector
68. anel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP This connector is for a chassis mounted front panel audio I O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC 97 audio standard Connect one end of the front panel audio I O module cable to this connector Hr E o E 4 MAET SHEERA j O LJ SENSE2 RETUR HARHAA PRESENCE SENSE1_RETUR GND C K Q c m og zc Sa LL ASUS NE x FE E tn oc 2 8 M5A97 EVO tm Ooo 10 o o o a adawa 2c E mm 2 m D m HD audio compliant Legacy AC 97 O He MR pin definition compliant definition M5A97 EVO Analog front panel connector LN 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 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 7 Serial port connector 10 1 pin COM1 The connector is for a serial COM port Connect the serial port module cable to the con
69. bled and allows you to enable or disable the OptionRom of the JMB storage controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Display OptionRom in POST Enabled This item appears only when you set the JMB Storage OPROM item to Enabled and allows you to display or hide the OptionRom of the JMB storage controller during POST Configuration options Enabled Disabled Asmedia USB 3 0 Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the USB 3 0 controller Disabled Disables the controller Asmedia USB 3 0 Battery Charging Support Disabled Enabled Enables this function Disabled Disables this function Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the Realtek LAN controller Disabled Disables the controller Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled This item appears only when you set the previous item to Enabled and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Serial Port Configuration The sub items in this menu allow you to set the serial port configuration FF This item functions only if there is a serial port COM1 connector on the motherboard Serial Port Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the serial port COM Configuration options Enabled Disabled Change Settings lIO 3F8h IRQ 4 Allows you to select the Serial Port base address Configuration options IOZ3F8h IRQ 4 IOZ2F8h IRQ 3 IOZ3E8h IRQ 4 lO 2E8h IR
70. cess Reboot the system when the update process is done Chapter 3 BIOS setup AN This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32 16 format and single partition only DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure l 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 33 3 10 3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update 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 fF The succeeding utility screens are for reference only The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown Before updating BIOS 1 Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32 16 format and single partition 2 Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http support asus com and save them on the USB flash drive EN 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 Boot
71. computer 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 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 2 6 On board switches Onboard switches allow you to fine tune performance when working on a bare or open case system This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance 1 MemOK switch Installing D boot failure and hold th memory co IMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system and the DRAM LED near the MemOK switch lights continuously Press e MemOK switch until the DRAM LED starts blinking to begin automatic mpatibility tuning for successful boot
72. d Onchip USB 1 shared Onchip USB 2 shared Onchip Azalia shared PCI slot 1 shared PCI slot 2 shared PCIE x16 1 shared PCIE x16_2 PCIE x1_1 PCIE x1_2 shared shared shared shared shared shared shared ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 15 2 2 5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM CLRTC This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock RTC RAM in CMOS You can clear the CMOS memory of date time and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS which include system setup information such as system passwords LJ dEERERERRBORH mo M5A97 EVO LF C L RTC 12 2 3 fh 9 Ooo Normal Clear RTC 2 16 M5A97 EVO Clear RTC RAM Default To erase the RTC RAM 1 2 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord 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 Plug the power cord and turn ON the
73. e RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID set s using SATA HDDs To do this 1 Enter the BIOS Setup during POST 2 Goto UEFI Advanced Mode and go to the Advanced menu gt SATA Configuration gt SB SATA Configuration and then press lt Enter gt 3 Set the SATA Port item to RAID Mode Save your changes and then exit the BIOS Setup Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup Due to chipset limitation when set any of SATA Port1 Port4 to RAID mode all SATA Porti Port4 run at RAID mode together Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 4 AMD Option ROM Utility To enter the AMD Option ROM utility 1 Boot up your computer 2 During POST press Ctrl lt F gt to display the utility main menu The Main Menu allows you to select an operation to perform The Main Menu options include View Drive Assignments shows the status of the hard disk drives LD View LD Define Menu displays the existing RAID set information creates a RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 or RAID 10 configuration Delete LD Menu deletes a selected RAID set and partition Controller Configuration shows the system resources configuration Press lt 1 gt lt 2 gt lt 3 gt or lt 4 gt to enter the option you need press lt ESC gt to exit the utility To create a RAID volume using more than four hard disk drives ensure that the SATA The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this sec
74. ead Spectrum Auto Auto Automatic configuration Disabled Enhances CPU bus frequency overclocking ability Enabled Sets to Enabled for EMI control PCle 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 Chapter 3 BIOS setup EPU Setting Auto This item appears only when you set the EPU Power Saving Mode item to Enabled and allows you to select the EPU power saving mode Configuration options Auto Light Power Saving Mode Medium Power Saving Mode Max Power Saving Mode DRAM Timing Control DRAM CAS Latency Auto Configuration options Auto 4 CLK 12 CLK DRAM RAS to CAS Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 5 CLK 12 CLK DRAM RAS PRE Time Auto Configuration options Auto 5 CLK 12 CLK DRAM RAS ACT Time Auto Configuration options Auto 15 CLK 30 CLK DRAM READ to PRE Time Auto Configuration options Auto 4 CLK 5 CLK 6 CLK 7 CLK DRAM RAS to RAS Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 4 CLK 5 CLK 6 CLK 7 CLK DRAM WRITE to READ Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 4 CLK 5 CLK 6 CLK 7 CLK DRAM CAS WRITE Latency Auto Configuration options Auto 5 CLK 12 CLK DRAM WRI
75. eate the RAID AHCI manuals Click an item to open drivers to use the devices driver disk the folder of the user manual The Utilities Click the Contact menu shows the tab to display the applications and ASUS contact other software that INSURI information the motherboard Norton Internet Security 2011 usar on internet Security 2011 to protect orton Internet Security 201 1 ee REM es Secury o protect your supports the latest online threats Click an icon AMD Chipset Driver g to display DVD Realtek Audio Driver motherboard JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver information USB 3 0 Driver Click an item i Realtek LAN Driver to install Browser Configuration Utility Ff 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 4 1 4 2 2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals Z The software manual files are in Portable Document Format PDF Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files 1 Click the Manual tab Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide NIS 2011 Subscription Renewal Guide Realtek HD Audio Useris Manual Disk Unlocker User s Manual
76. ed to the SATA connectors 5 or 6 when installing Windows XP 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 3 16 Chapter 3 BIOS setup EN If you use a SATA optical drive to run the Windows XP OS installation disk we strongly recommend that you install the optical drive to the SATA connectors 5 6 and set them to IDE mode S M A R T Status Check Enabled Enabled Enables the S M A R T feature Disabled Disables the S M A R T feature SATA Hot Plug on PORT1 Disabled Configuration options Enabled Disabled SATA Hot Plug on PORT Disabled Configuration options Enabled Disabled SATA Hot Plug on PORTS Disabled Configuration options Enabled Disabled SATA Hot Plug on PORT4 Disabled Configuration options Enabled Disabled SATA Hot Plug on PORT5 Disabled Configuration options Enabled Disabled SATA Hot Plug on PORTO Disabled Configuration options Enabled Disabled ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 17 3 5 4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB related features Co Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced USB Configuration gt Legacy USB Support Enabled Legacy USB3
77. eference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models ASUS M5A97 EVO 1 1 1 3 Special features 1 3 1 Product highlights AMD Socket AM3 AMD FX Phenom II Athlon I Sempron 100 Series Processors 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 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 4800MT S via HyperTransport 3 0 based system bus This motherboard also supports AMD CPUs in the new 32nm manufacturing process AMD 970 chipset AMD 970 Chipset is designed to support up to 4800MT s HyperTransport 3 0 HT 3 0 interface speed and PCI Express 2 0 x16 graphics It is optimized with AMD s latest AM3 and multi core CPUs to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities ATI Quad GPU CrossFireX Support ATl s CrossFireX boosts image quality along with rendering speed eliminating the need to scale down screen resolution to get high quality images CrossFireX allows higher antialiasing anisotropic filtering shading and texture settings Adjust your display configurations experiment with the 3D settings and check the effects with a real time 3D rendered previews within ATI Catalyst Control Center Dual Channel DDR3 2133 0 C 1866 1800 1600 1333 1066 Support The motherboard supports DDR3 mem
78. er INC M5A97 EVO Rev 1 xx MB 1234567890 American Megatrends Inc 04 22 2011 0130 uto iuning Update System p Veo 1 Information l MB Processor Manufacturer Caption Name Socket Family Model Stepping Ext Family Ext Model Instructions Cache L1 data L1 Inst Level 2 ASUS System Information cru SPD AMD x64 Family 16 Model 5 Stepping 3 AMD Phenom tm II X4 850 Processor AM3r2 F 5 3 10 5 MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 3DNow 3DNowExt EM64T SSE4A AMD V 4x64 KB 4x64 KB 4x512 KB Threads 4 uto P Tuning Update System p Yeo 1 Information gt l ASUS System Information MB DIMM CPU SPD 3 Memory Information Type Module Size MaxBandwidth Manufacturer Part Number Serial Number Week Year Timings Table Frequency CAS Latency 6 0 7 0 8 0 RAS to CAS RAS to Precharge tRAS 17 20 22 t Voltage uto fir Tuning 9 anii L im DDR3 2048 MB 667 MHz Kingston 9905403 146 A00LF 6F2C808A 42 2010 JEDEC 1 JEDEC 2 JEDEC 3 JEDEC 4 XMP 2000 457 MHz 533MHz 609MHz 685 MHz 1000 MHz 8 6 6 7 8 Chapter 4 RC 23 27 30 1 5V 1 5V 1 5V System E 4 3 11 Audio configurations The Realtek audio CODEC provides 8 channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer The software provides Jack Detection function S PDIF Out support and interrupt capability The CODEC also includes the Real
79. ess the lt Enter gt key Chapter 3 BIOS setup CPU NB Currrent Capability Auto 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 10096 11096 12096 13096 CPU Power Phase Control Standard Phase number is the number of woorking VRM phase Increasing phase number under heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal performance 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 CPU Voltage Frequency Auto Switching frequency will affects the VRM transient response and component thermal Higher frequency gets quicker transient response Configuration options Auto Manual VRM Spread Spectrum Disabled This item allows you to enable the spread spectrum to enhance system stability Configuration options Disabled Enabled CPU Power Duty Control T Probe T Probe Maintains the VRM thermal balance Extreme Maintains the VRM current balance CPU amp NB Voltage Offset Mode Manual Mode Allows you to set a fixed CPU amp NB voltage Offset Mode Allows you to set the Offset voltage CPU Manua
80. ff Function gt CPU Core Activation ASUS Core Unlocker Disabled Enabled Enables the ASUS Core Unlocker to get the full computing power of the processor Disabled Disables this function CPU Core Activation Auto This item lets user turn off core except core 1 user can turn off 2nd 3rd 4th 5th etc core manually Configuration options Auto Manual 3 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode S ws Ai T Ji Advanced Monitor d Onboard Devices Configuration gt Enabled Disabled JMB Storage OPROM VIA 1394 Controller JMB Storage Controller Display OptionRom in POST Asmedia USB 3 0 Controller EES Asmedia USB 3 0 Battery Charging Support Disableo Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled gt Serial Port Configuration gt SB HD Azalia Configuration VIA 1394 Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the onboard IEEE 1394a controller Disabled Disables the controller ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 19 JMB Storage Controller Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the JMB storage controller Configuration options Disabled 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 JMB Storage OPROM Enabled This item appears only when you set the previous item to Ena
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82. gy that allows you to install multi graphics processing units GPU graphics cards Follow the installation procedures in this section 5 1 1 Requirements In Dual CrossFireX mode you should have two identical CrossFireX ready graphics cards or one CrossFireX ready dual GPU graphics card that are ATI certified Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX technology Download the latest driver from the AMD website www amd com Ensure that your power supply unit PSU can provide at least the minimum power required by your system See Chapter 2 for details N We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for better thermal environment Visit the ATI Game website http game amd com for the latest certified graphics card and the supported 3D application list 5 1 2 Before you begin For ATI CrossFireX to work properly you have to uninstall all existing graphics card drivers before installing ATI CrossFireX graphics cards to your system To uninstall existing graphics card drivers Close all current applications 2 For Windows XP go to Control Panel gt Add Remove Programs For Windows Vista go to Control Panel gt Programs and Features 3 Select your current graphics card driver s For Windows XP select Add Remove For Windows Vista select Uninstall 5 Turn off your computer ASUS M5A97 EVO 5 1 5 1 3 Installing two CrossFireX graphics cards The following pictures a
83. ing Probe Il 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 ASUS Probe l Temperature Fan Speed Preference Alert Log Sensor Current Threshold Vcore 1 104 V Saves your configuration Loads your saved Loads the default Applies your configuration threshold values for changes each sensor ASUS M5A97 EVO 4 11 JT p Q n Q KZ QO 4 3 7 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage temperature and fan speed as well as recording the changes Launching Sensor Recorder After installing Al Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD click Tool gt Sensor Recorder on the Al Suite I main menu bar to launch Sensor Recorder Configuring Sensor Recorder Click the Voltage Temperature Fan Speed tabs and select the sensors that you want to monitor The History Record tab allows you to record the changes in the sensors that you enable ASUS Sensor Recorder Temperature an Speed FAN Xpert Select the sensors that you want to monitor Drag to view the status during a certain period of time Se 1009 V 100 Auto ls T Tuning Tool Monitor Update As Click to zoom in out the Y axis Click to zoom in out Click to return to the X axis the default mode le ty U
84. ing the BIOS file if you have disconnected them Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4 4 1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows XP 64 bit XP Vista 64 bit Vista 7 64 bit 7 operating systems OS Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware Ff Motherboard settings and hardware options vary Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for reference only Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information Ensure that you install the Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability 4 2 Support DVD information The support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers software applications and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features Z The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for updates 4 2 1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer Click each menu tab and select the items you want to install 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 cr
85. ing the system in DOS environment 1 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port 2 Boot your computer When the ASUS Logo appears press lt F8 gt to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device Please select boot device SATA 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup and to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults 3 When the Make Disk menu appears select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number 4 At the FreeDOS prompt type d and press Enter to switch the disk from Drive C optical drive to Drive D USB flash drive Welcome to FreeDOS http www freedos org C Mod D gt Chapter 3 BIOS setup Backing up the current BIOS To backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater aN Ensure that the USB flash drive is not write protected and has enough free space to save the file 1 Atthe FreeDOS prompt type bupdater o filename and press lt Enter gt D gt bupdater oOLDBIOS1 rom Filename Extension The filename is any user assigned filename with no more than eight alohanumeric 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 back
86. ions choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved When you select this option or if you press lt F10 gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to save changes and exit Discard Changes amp Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes When you select this option or if you press lt Esc gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to discard changes and exit ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application shellx64 efi from one of the available filesystem devices Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability compatibility or performance However BIOS updating is potentially risky If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS DO NOT manually update the BIOS Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system s failure to boot Carefully follow the instructions of this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary EN 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 ASUS Update Updates the BIOS in Windows environment ASUS EZ Flash 2 Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive ASUS
87. istance 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 viii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts Chapter 1 Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports Chapter 2 Hardware information This cha
88. l Voltage This item appears only when you set the CPU amp NB Voltage item to Manual Mode Allows you to set the CPU voltage The values range is by CPU standard with a 0 00625V interval CPU NB Manual Voltage This item appears only when you set the CPU amp NB Voltage item to Manual Mode Allows you to set the CPU NB voltage The values range is by CPU standard with a 0 00625V interval Offset Mode Sign This item appears only when you set the CPU amp NB Voltage item to Offset Mode To offset the voltage by a positive value To offset the voltage by a negative value CPU Offset Voltage Auto This item appears only when you set the CPU amp NB Voltage item to Offset Mode and allows you to set the Offset voltage The values range is by CPU standard with a 0 00625V interval ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 11 CPU NB Offset Mode Sign To offset the voltage by a positive value To offset the voltage by a negative value CPU NB Offset Voltage Auto This item appears only when you set the CPU amp NB Voltage Mode item to Offset and allows you to set the CPU NB Offset voltage The values range is by CPU standard with a 0 00625V interval CPU VDDA Voltage Auto Allows you to set the CPU VDDA voltage The values range from 2 20000V to 2 90000V with a 0 00625V interval DRAM Voltage Auto Allows you to set the DRAM voltage The values range from 1 20V to 2 20V with a 0 00625V interval NB Voltage
89. less than 3GB Hence a total installed memory of less than 3GB is recommended Refer to www asus com or this user manual for the Memory QVL Qualified Vendors Lists 2 x PCI Express 2 0 x16 slots blue at x16 mode black at x4 mode 2 x PCI Express 2 0 x1 slots 2 x PCI slots Supports ATI Quad GPU CrossFirex Technology AMD SB950 Chipset 6xSATA 6 0 Gb s ports supporting RAID 0 1 5 and 10 JMicron JMB362 SATA controller 2 x eSATA 3 0 Gb s ports Realtek 8111E Gigabit LAN controller Realtek ALC892 8 channel High Definition Audio CODEC Supports 192khz 24bit BD Lossless Sound DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC Supports Jack Detection Multi Streaming and Front Panel Jack Retasking Optical S PDIF Out ports at back I O ASUS Noise Filter 2 x ASMedia USB 3 0 controllers 2x USB 3 0 2 0 ports at midboard for front panel support 2x USB 3 0 2 0 ports at back panel blue AMD SB950 Chipset 14x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 6 ports at midboard 8 ports at back panel VIA 6308P controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports one at midboard one at back panel continued on the next page M5A97 EVO specifications summary 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 ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featu
90. lete the process Z Write protect the floppy disk to avoid a computer virus infection le ty o et D Ja 4 22 Chapter 4 Software support 4 5 3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation EN If you use a SATA optical drive to run the Windows XP OS installation disk we strongly recommend that you install the optical drive to the SATA connectors 5 6 and set them to IDE mode To install the RAID driver for Windows XP 1 During the OS installation the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third party SCSI or RAID driver 2 Press F6 and then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive 3 When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version 4 Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation To install the RAID driver for Windows Vista or later OS 1 During the OS installation click Load Driver to allow you to select the installation media containing the RAID driver 2 Insert the USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB port or the support DVD into the optical drive and then click Browse 3 Click the name of the device you ve inserted go to Drivers gt RAID and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version Click OK 4 Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation VA Before
91. n ORANGE ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Port Headset 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel 2 channel Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Fr o Center Subwoofer Center Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out E Side Speaker Out 2 42 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 3 11 Audio I O connections Audio I O ports orange light blue black lime gray e pink ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 43 Connect to 4 1 channel Speakers AUDIO AUDIO INPUTS INPUTS m e C um Rear Front Connect to 5 1 channel Speakers AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO INPUTS INPUTS INPUTS e 9 Rear Front Center Subwoofer Connect to 7 1 channel Speakers Rear Front 0 Ciom _ e Em Side Center Subwoofer O 9 When the DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC function is enabled ensure to connect the rear speaker to the gray port 2 44 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 4 Starting up for the first time After making all the connections replace the system case cover Be sure 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 pr pe quA c Turn on the devices in the following order
92. nector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis BEEP E COMI PIN 1 n wu B O Um ASUS M5A97 EVO a EJ p BALAL M5A97 EVO Serial port COM1 connector The serial port bracket COM1 is purchased separately ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 25 8 CPU chassis and power fan connectors 4 pin CPU FAN 4 pin CHA FAN1 3 pin CHA FAN2 3 pin PWR FAN Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector Q PWR FAN CPU FAN H H c gt Q zaca S amp Z zz S9 agio _ L Z l wot L 2 _ PoP O O 1 L s or a OCHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 wi GND 12V Rotation oo O L JL I imi Hih M5A97 EVO Fan connectors 5V CHA FAN IN
93. ng 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 TPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast yet stable clock speeds N For ensuring the system performance turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off EE LET CGEEEHEEERRR o ASUS M5A97 EVO TPU Qn e m3 cm un Enable Disable E r3 L Sn Default M5A97 EVO TPU switch The TPU LED O2LED1 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 Tuni
94. ng 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 2 18 Chapter 2 Hardware information 3 EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption For ensuring the system performance turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off EE E EPU Enable Disable Default M5A97 EVO Fi 9 noo Sm M5A97 EVO EPU switch Lf The EPU LED O2LED2 near the EPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned ani 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 2 7 Onboard LEDs 1 POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs of CPU DRAM VGA card and HDD indicate key components status during POST Power on Self Test
95. o et D Ja 4 12 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 8 Ai Charger Battery Charging Version 1 1 BC 1 1 a USB Implementers Forum USB IF certified USB charging function is designed to make USB charging faster than the standard USB devices If your USB device supports the BC 1 1 function when you connect your USB device to your system the system automatically detects your USB device and starts a fast USB charging The charging speed may get 3 times faster than that of the standard USB devices aN 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 ASUS Ai Charger Welcome to a new level in USB 3 0 fast charging experience with the new and imp version of the unique and fast charging s are Ai Charger Ai Charger you can now charge BC 1 1 standard mobile devices 3X faster than before a from conveniently charging your iPhone iPod or iPad using it s easy user friendly interface ASUS Ai Charger is a unique and fast charging software that supports the iPhone iPod and iPad Contact the manufacturer of your USB mobile device to check if it rts the BC 1 1 function ua specifications of the USB device attached Enable Disable Pe E w Auto Tuning
96. ofile to Manual CPU Upper Temperature 70 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 20 C to 75 C CPU Lower Temperature 20 Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature CPU Fan Max Duty Cycle 20 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 2096 to 10096 When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle Once CPU temperature reaches 75 degree fan will run up to full speed CPU Fan Min Duty Cycle 20 Set the minimum CPU fan duty cycle when CPU temperature is lower the CPU Lower Temperature setting 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 200 RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 RPM 600 RPM Chassis Q Fan Control Disabled Disabled Disables the Chassis Q Fan control feature Enabled Enables the Chassis Q Fan control feature ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 23 3 7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options Full Screen Logo Wait For F1 If Error Option ROM Messages Interrupt 19 Capture Setup Mode Bootup NumLock State On On Sets the power on state of the NumLock to On Off Sets the power on state of the NumLock to Off
97. oller 6 CPU Power Phase Control Increase phase number under heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal performance Reduce phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency 7 CPU Power Duty Control CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of every phase component AN 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 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 3 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages as well as Auto Tuning function that offers automatic and easy overlocking and system level up After installing Al Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool gt TurboV EVO on the Al Suite Il main menu bar 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 N 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 aN 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 Sa
98. onnectors are for USB 2 0 ports Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis These USB connectors comply with USB 2 0 specification that supports up to 48 MBps connection speed oo oI y cEEEEEEEREREEIS gt ee i LLLI USB910 USB1112 USB1314 e od da 44 KI boo Sho Boe Tu sE se sl onma noma nma NNnNNZO NnnnZzO nzo Q H 535502 55562 55502 H fe eee ae M5A97 EVO rez r 1 m m PIN 1 PIN 1 T PIN 1 T GND GND GND USB 5V USB_P11 USB 5V USB_P13 USB_P13 H USB 5V USB P9 USB P9 USB P114 M5A97 EVO USB2 0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the motherboard EN 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 The USB 2 0 module is purchased separately ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 23 4 IEEE 1394a port connector 10 1 pin IE1394 2 This
99. oot We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel 3 2 BIOS setup program A BIOS setup program is provided for BIOS item modification When you start up the computer the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program Press Del during the Power On Self Test POST to enter the Setup utility Otherwise POST continues with its test routines If you wish to enter Setup after POST press Ctrl Alt Delete or press the reset button on the system chassis to restart the system You can also turn the system off and then turn it back on to restart the system Do this last option only if the first two failed l 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 reset the motherboard to the default value See section 2 2 5 Jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM The BIOS setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as
100. ory 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 A Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimum compatibility we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor e Dueto CPU spec AMD 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 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
101. ory that features data transfer rates of 2133 O C 1866 1800 1600 1333 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics multimedia and Internet applications The dual channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance Complete USB 3 0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3 0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel 4 USB 3 0 ports in total Experience the latest plug amp play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2 0 The M5A97 EVO affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity AMD SB950 Chipset The AMD SB950 Southbridge Chipset natively supports the next generation Serial ATA SATA interface delivering up to 6 0 Gb s data transfer Front Panel USB 3 0 Support ASUS provides standardized USB 3 0 front panel support which is compatible with any chassis Enjoy faster throughput of USB 3 0 without relegating cables or devices to the hard to reach rear I O 1 3 2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI VRM The world s first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered the use of two onboard chips EPU Energy Processing Unit and TPU TurboV Processing Unit New generation Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI VRM digital power design launch control into a new era empowering users with superior flexibility and perfect precision to ensure optimized performance extreme system stability and greater
102. ou to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections 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 4 Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1 3 6 Other special features DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5 1 surround experience through the most common PC audio setups your existing stereo speakers or headphones In addition to virtual surround Bass enhancement provides stronger low frequency bass sound and Voice clarification provides clear human dialogue even with loud background sound With these technologies you may experience a better home theater audio with ease 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 1 6 Chapter 1 Product Introduction 2 1 Before
103. pears 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 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 3 4 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information and allows you to set the system date time language and security settings ADUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Monitor System Date Mon 04 11 2011 System Time 16 46 15 gt Security Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings 74 8 UEFI BI
104. ports the following RAID configurations RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 and RAID 10 EN 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 4 4 1 RAID definitions RAID 0 Data striping optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel interleaved stacks Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate double that of a single disk alone thus improving data access and storage Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup RAID 1 Data mirroring copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to a second drive If one drive fails the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system Use
105. power efficiency Chapter 1 Product Introduction 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 2X Precise Power Control ASUS DIGI VRM delivers twice the precision power intelligently adjusting PWM voltage and frequency modulation to minimize power loss while performance reaches its full potential 2X Less Radiation ASUS DIGI VRM adjusts frequencies dynamically cutting radiation by half to enhance system stability through enabling spread spectrum 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
106. pter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components It includes description of the switches jumpers and connectors on the motherboard Chapter 3 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided Chapter 4 Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software Chapter 5 ATI CrossFireX technology support This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple ATI CrossFireX graphics cards Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates 1 ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS contact information Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation such as warranty flyers that may have been added by your dealer These documents are not part of the standard package 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 EN IMPORTANT
107. re for reference only The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models but the installation steps remain the same 1 Prepare two CrossFireX ready graphics cards 2 Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi graphics card installation 3 Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots 4 Align and firmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card Ensure that the connector is firmly in place i goldfingers CrossFireX bridge bundled with graphics cards 5 Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately 6 Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card 5 2 Chapter 5 ATI CrossFireX technology support 5 1 4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers A 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 1 5 Enabling the ATI CrossFireX technology After installing your graphics cards and the device drivers enable the CrossFireX feature through the ATI Catalyst Control Center in Windows en
108. ring friendly graphics user interface Front Panel USB 3 0 Support MemOK Al Suite Il Al Charger ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design Heat sink solution ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q Design 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 SFS Stepless Frequency Selection nternal Base Clock tuning from 100MHz up to 600MHz at 1MHz increment PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection ASUS C P R CPU Parameter Recall continued on the next page M5A97 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 2 X eSATA ports 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
109. roller to use as the primary boot device Configuration options PCI PEG PEG PCI ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 15 3 5 3 SATA Configuration While entering Setup the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port Ce Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced SATA Configuration gt gt SB SATA Configuration 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 two items appear only when you set the OnChip SATA Channel item to Enabled SATA Port1 Port4 AHCI Allows you to set the SATA configuration 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 connect
110. s option Press Ctrl Y to enter the screen to modify the array capacity or press any key to use the maximum capacity Chapter 4 Software support Deleting a RAID configuration AN Take caution when deleting a RAID volume You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID volume To delete a RAID volume n 2 In the Main Menu press lt 3 gt to enter the Delete LD function Select the RAID item you want to delete and press Del or lt Alt gt D Option ROM Utility c 2009 Advanced Micro Devices Inc RAID Mode Capacity GB Status RAID 0 XXXXXX Functional 1 Up i Down PaUp PaDn Switch page Del Alt D Delete LD Press lt Ctrl gt lt Y gt to delete the RAID volume Dispalying a RAID set information To display a RAID set information 1 2 In the Main Menu press lt 2 gt to enter the LD View LD Define Menu function Select a RAID item and press lt Enter gt to display its information Option ROM Utility c 2009 Advanced Micro Devices Inc LD No LD Name RAID Mode Drv Capacity GB ii XXXXX RAID 0 Strip Block 64 KB Cache Mode Port ID Drive Model Capabilities Capacity GB JT p Q n Q a Q ASUS M5A97 EVO 4 21 4 5 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set For Windows Vista
111. s set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 REACH Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http csr asus com english REACH htm DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product electrical and electronic equipment should not be placed in municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products DO NOT throw the mercury containing button cell battery in municipal waste This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste 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 ass
112. s the system After re entering Windows a message appears indicating auto tuning ee success Click OK to exit Ann Auto Tuning Successful 2011 04 25 Using Extreme Tuning 1 Click the Auto Tuning tab and then MPPE click Extreme 2 Read through the warning messages and click Start to start auto overclocking r p Q n Q o a om Q ASUS M5A97 EVO 4 7 3 TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system After re entering Windows a message appears indicating the current overclocking result To keep the result click Stop 4 If you did not click Stop in the previous step TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test An animation appears indicating the overclocking process Click Stop if you want to cancel the Overclocking process 5 TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system After re entering Windows a message appears indicating auto tuning success Click OK to exit Auto Tuning Successful 2011 04 25 e gt tU E ct M I 4 8 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 4 EPU EPU is an energy efficient tool that satisfies different computing needs This utility provides several modes that you can select to save system power Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status You can also customize each mode by configuring settings like
113. t Network Drive 3 Windows Messenger All Programs p Create Shortcut Delete Rename f Log Off Turn Off Computer Properties a Computer Management B File Action View Window Help eo Ga ee ee Ra mj Computer Management Local Other devices i System Tools Ports COM amp LPT H Event Viewer E Processors Sound video and game controllers Lj Local Users and Groups em devic sis amp amp Universal Serial Bus controllers ea Mitsumi USB Fig ndate D Ge Standard Erhi Diseble G amp Standard Univ Uninstall Ge Standard Univ I PE PE TR Removable Storage Disk Defragmenter Disk Management Ege Services and Applications amp Standard Universal PCI to USB Hast Controller Ge USB Mass Storage Device GE USB Root Hub GE USB Root Hub Mitsumi USB Floppy Properties ae Mitsumi USB Floppy Device Instance Id USB VID O3EE amp PID 5301 Vb amp 35EDABE 75082 Windows Windows cannot open this file File ExEsetup oem To open this file Windows needs to know what program created it Windows can go online to look it up automatically or you can manually select From a list of programs on your computer What do you want to do he appropriate program Use the Web service to find t I Select the program from a list Chapter 4 Software support T Use Notepad to open the file Open With s Choose the program you want to use to open this file File
114. tek 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 A Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows Vista Set default device Minimize Exit button button button Device advanced Configuration settings option tabs Connector settings Analog and digital Control connector settings status window Information button B Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Exit button Configuration options Environment Auditorium pecet mo Minimize button Control settings window iU ON S nm SX Equalizer EN NM a a LEM le tu E e D gt Information button FF Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration 4 16 Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the AMD SB950 chipset that allows you to configure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets The motherboard sup
115. tilize 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 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 5 2 North Bridge Configuration Co Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced North Bridge Configuration gt IOMMU Mode Disabled gt Memory Configuration Initate Graphic Adapter PEG PCI IOMMU Mode Disabled IOMMU is supported on LINUX based systems to convert 32bit I O to 64bit MMIO Configuration options Disabled 64 MB Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving Auto Configuration options Aute Disabled Channel Interleaving Auto Configuration options Aute Disabled ECC Mode Enable 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 Initiate Graphic Adapter PEG PCI Allows you to decide which graphics cont
116. tion are for reference only and may not Pa exactly match the items on your screen connectors 5 6 are set to RAID mode JT i i n c o KZ Q ASUS M5A97 EVO Creating a RAID volume To create a RAID volume 1 d le ty E ert D d 4 20 In the Main Menu press 2 to enter the LD View LD Define Menu function Press Ctrl C and the following screen appears LD No LD Name RAID Mode Drv Strip Block Fast Init Gigabyte Boundary Cache Mode Port ID Drive Model Capabilities Capacity GB Assignment 1 Up Down PaUp PaDn Switch page Space Change Option Ctrl Y Save ESC Exit Move to the RAID Mode item and press Space to select a RAID mode to create 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 Press Ctrl Y to save the setting The utility prompts the following message Press Ctrl Y to input the LD name Please press Ctrl Y key to input the LD Name or press any key to exit If you do not input any LD name the default LD name will be used Eenter an LD name and then press any key to continue 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 XPress any other key to ignore thi
117. two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup The new drive must be of the same size or larger than the existing drive RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard disk drives Among the advantages of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance fault tolerance and higher storage capacity The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing relational database applications enterprise resource planning and other business systems Use a minimum of three identical hard disk drives for this setup RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity redundancy data having to be calculated and written With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup ASUS M5A97 EVO JT p Q n Q e KZ QO le tu o e D JI 4 18 4 4 2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives For optimal performance install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration 1 Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays 2 Connect the SATA signal cables 3 Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive 4 4 3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must enable th
118. uency Current NB Frequency E Current HT Link Speed Ai Overclock Tuner OC Tuner CPU Ratio Memory Frequency CPU NB Frequency HT Link Speed CPU Spread Spectrum PCle Spread Spectrum EPU Power Saving Mode EPU Setting gt DRAM Timing Control gt DRAM Driving Control oS Advanced Monitor 3439MHz 3400MHz 1333MHz 2000MHz 2000MHz Auto Auto Select Item Disabled ae Auto Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values D O C P When DOCP is enabled CPU Bus CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized Select Screen F5 Optimized Defaults F10 Save ESC F12 Print Screen CPU Load Line Calibration CPU NB Load Line Calibration Auto Auto Version 2 00 1201 Copyright C 2010 American Megatrends Inc Scroll down to display the following items CPU Currrent Capability CPU NB Currrent Capability CPU Power Phase Control CPU Voltage Frequency VRM Spread Spectrum CPU Power Duty Control Auto Auto Standard Auto Disabled T Probe CPU amp NB Voltage Offset Mode Sign CPU Offset Voltage CPU NB Offset Mode Sign CPU NB Offset Voltage CPU VDDA Voltage DRAM Voltage NB Voltage NB HT Voltage NB 1 8V Voltage SB Voltage ASUS M5A97 EVO Offset Mode 1 100V Auto 2 500V Auto 1 550V Auto 1 100V Auto 1 200V Auto 1 800V Auto 1 800V Auto Version 2 00 1201 Copyright C 2010 American Megatrends Inc Exit
119. up is done press any key to return to the DOS prompt ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 18 2010 04 29 BIOS backup is done Press any key to continue ASUS M5A97 EVO 3 35 3 36 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1 At the FreeDOS prompt type bupdater pc g and press lt Enter gt D gt bupdater pc g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 18 2010 04 29 M5A97 EVO ROM 4194304 2010 08 05 17 30 48 Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup Esc Exit Press lt Tab gt to switch between screen fields and use the lt Up Down Home End gt keys to select the BIOS file and press lt Enter gt BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update Are you sure to update BIOS Select Yes and press lt Enter gt When BIOS update is done press lt ESC gt to exit BIOS Updater Restart your computer failure AN DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot 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 updat
120. ve Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts Auto Tuning Mode 74 8 TurboV EVO Powered by TPU TurboV Auto Tuning Load profile s Save the l Target values rofle Save Profile PU current settings 3 MHz as a new profile Current values 201 0x 4 0 lt Core 0 3 Voltage s 4 m Adjustment Click to show More Settings 4 5 bars hide more b settings Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes Click to restore immediately all start up settings LN For advanced overclock ability adjust first the BIOS items and then proceed more detailed adjustments in More Settings JT p Q n Q e KZ Q ASUS M5A97 EVO 4 5 Using Advanced Mode Click More Settings and then click the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings ASOS TurboV EVO Powered by TPO Auto Tuning Save Profile CPU Frequency 200 200 2 MHz e 1 375000 1 375000 200 6x 4 0 lt Core 0 e 1 50000 1 50000 4 s CPU Usage 0 Advanced mode Voltage Target values A 4 2 50000 Adjustment bars 1 100 1 100 i Undoes all changes Current values i without applying Applies all changes Click to restore sl immediately all start up settings 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
121. vironment Launching the ATI Catalyst Control Center To launch the ATI Catalyst Control Center Ed Catalyst TM Control Center View gt 1 Right click on the Windows desktop and select Catalyst TM Control Center You can also Sort By right click the ATI icon in the Windows notification Refresh area and select Cayalist Control Center z aste Paste Shortcut my A Ge 3 20 PM New gt E Personalize 2 The Catalyst Control Center Setup ZI Catalyst Control Center Setup Assistant Assistant appears when the system A Trol OR e E A detects the existance of multi graphics andern on aappear n n onee mdr cards Click Go to continue to the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window n LM Catalyst Control Center Advanced View 9 Use default settings Close Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology 1 In the Catalyst Control Center window click Graphics Settings gt CrossFireX gt due Configure O S 2 From the Graphics Adapter list select ne maa the graphics card to act as the display a eee GPU 16 3 Select Enable CrossFireX 4 Click Apply and then click OK to exit the window ASUS M5A97 EVO 5 9 5 4 Chapter 5 ATI CrossFireX technology support ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Address 15 Li Te Road Peitou Taipei
122. you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings N 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 ASUS M5A97 EVO 2 1 2 2 Motherboard overview 2 2 1 Motherboard layout a GUDOUP an a n E feru KB_USB12 eatx12v UUU CPU FAN PWR_FAN m DIGI VRM Q ie 6 or 28 LL SPDIF O2 z t a chip Oe e je HHHE o o o o E E E E E E E E aj Ay Si e S oloel le i lt N N N N lt pey m Sees ESATA3G_USB34 x ejejeje O 9 zizal a n q 4 l zizizziz ziz zlz ESATA3G USB56 CL J ajajaja co io co co amp a c llc alalala 1 a Q a a LAN1_USB78 oc x E Ww AUDIO AMD FACPU LED 970 USB3 0 chip USB3 34 E PCIEX16_1 Realtek

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