Asus M5A97 R2.0 User Manual

MotherboardM5A97 R2.0

x(continued on the next page)ASUS unique featuresASUS Dual Intelligent ProcessorsASUS EPU- EPUASUS TPU- Auto Tuning, TurboVASUS Power Design- 4+2 P

4-4Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4TurboVTurboV allows you to overclock the CPU Bus/PEG frequency, CPU voltage, CPU/NB voltage and DRAM voltage in

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-5Chapter 4Using Advanced ModeClick on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.CPU RatioAllows you to manually a

4-6Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Auto TuningASUS TurboV EVO provides you with these two auto-tuning modes for the most exible auto-tuning optio

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-7Chapter 4Using Extreme Tuning1. Click Auto Tuning tab > Extreme. 2. Read the warning messages and click Start to start the auto

4-8Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.3 EPUEPU is an energy-processing utility that provides several power-saving modes. When set to the Auto Mo

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-9Chapter 44.3.4 Remote GO!Connect your computer to a wireless network and use Remote GO! to wirelessly stream media les to DLNA dev

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4W-Fi GO! RemoteInstall the W-Fi GO! Remote application on your mobile device to use Remote GO!’s remote contro

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-11Chapter 4The W-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating sys

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using the DLNA Media Hub1. From the main screen, click DLNA Media Hub.2. Click to select a device as your r

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-13Chapter 4To edit the library:1. Tick Library.2. Click to add or delete music les.3. Click Add and locate the le from the dire

xiSpecications are subject to change without notice.M5A97 R2.0 specications summaryBack Panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (Purple)1 x PS/2 Mouse (Gr

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4To edit the video library:1. Tick Library.2. Click to add or delete video les.3. Click Add and locate the

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-15Chapter 4To edit the image playlist:1. Tick Playlist.2. Click .3. Tick to select or deselect the image le and click Save Prole

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 43. The mobile device shows the information of the DLNA Media Hub function. Tap Enter to proceed to the Remote

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-17Chapter 4Using the Remote Desktop via W-Fi GO! RemoteWhen the Remote Desktop is enabled, the mobile device shows the contents of yo

4-18Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4File TransferAllows you to transfer les wirelessly between your computer and mobile device.Click to go back t

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-19Chapter 4Tap to select the le’s source locationTap to send selected lesTap to select all lesTap to clear all lesThe W-Fi GO! R

4-20Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.5 USB 3.0 BoostASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-21Chapter 4• Ensure to install the LAN drivers before using this function.• Network iControl is only supported under Windows® 7 and

4-22Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using Quick ConnectionConguring the PPPoE connection settingsBefore enabling the Network iControl’s Quick Con

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-23Chapter 4Conguring the Quick ConnectionTo congure the auto-PPPoE connection:1. Click the Quick Connection tab.2. Tick Automatic

xiiPackage contentsCheck your motherboard package for the following items.• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.•

4-24Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using EZ ProleTo use the EZ Prole:EZ Prole allows you to load, edit, and save your own network program prio

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-25Chapter 4M5A97 R2.0M5A97R20.CAP030405/11/20124.3.7 USB BIOS Flashback WizardUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIO

4-26Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 42. From the Save to dropdown list, select the USB storage device that you want to save the BIOS le to, then

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-27Chapter 44.3.8 FAN XpertFan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different am

4-28Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.9 Ai Charger+This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-29Chapter 44.3.10 Probe IIProbe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any pro

4-30Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.11 Sensor RecorderSensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-31Chapter 4Using History Record1. Click the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Record Interval and Record Du

4-32Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.12 ASUS UpdateASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS i

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-33Chapter 44.3.13 MyLogo2MyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen during the Pow

xiiiInstallation tools and components1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriverPC chassis Power supply unitAMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU FanDI

4-34Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Ensure to enable the Full Screen Logo in BIOS to use this feature.5. Click Flash to update the boot logo.6.

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-35Chapter 44.3.14 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio expe

4-36Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4

ASUS M5A97 R2.05-1Chapter 5RAID support55.1 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the AMD® SB950 chipset that allows you to congure Serial AT

5-2Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal perf

ASUS M5A97 R2.05-3Chapter 55.1.4 AMD® Option ROM utilityTo enter the AMD® Option ROM utility:1. Turn on the system.2. During POST, press <Ctrl&g

5-4Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Creating a RAID volumeTo create a RAID volume:1. In the Main Menu, press <2> to enter the LD View / L

ASUS M5A97 R2.05-5Chapter 5Deleting a RAID congurationBe cautious when deleting a RAID volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when yo

5-6Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® oper

ASUS M5A97 R2.05-7Chapter 55.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver in Windows® XP:1. During the

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5-8Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2.4 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk dri

ASUS M5A97 R2.05-9Chapter 5Add the same line to both sections.The VID and PID vary with different vendors.10. Save and exit the le. 8. Find the [Ha

5-10Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5

ASUS M5A97 R2.06-1Chapter 6Multiple GPU support66.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology that allows y

6-2Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 65. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separa

ASUS M5A97 R2.06-3Chapter 66.1.4 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the dev

6-4Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 61Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD C

M5A97 R2.0A-1AppendicesNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to t

A-2AppendicesIC: Canadian Compliance StatementComplies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry

M5A97 R2.0A-3REACHComplying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published

M5A97 R2.01-1Product introduction11.1 Special features1.1.1 Product highlightsAMD® FX™ / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series CPU supportTh

A-4AppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-2894-3447Fax

M5A97 R2.0A-5EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 1

A-6Appendices

1-2Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.1.2 DIP (Dual Intelligent Processors) - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) & EP

M5A97 R2.01-3Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal SolutionFanless Design: heatsink solutionThe heatsink features a 0-dB therm

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1ASUS EZ Flash 2ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to upd

M5A97 R2.01-5Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.2 Motherboard overview1.2.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you i

iiE7438First EditionJuly 2012Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software de

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.2.2 Motherboard layoutM5A97 R2.0PCIEX16_1PCIEX16_2PCIEX1_1PCIEX1_2PCI1PCI2USB

M5A97 R2.01-7Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN and

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.2.4 System memoryThis motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) D

M5A97 R2.01-9Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Recommended memory congurationsMemory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1M5A97 R2.0 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133 (O.C.) MHz capabi

M5A97 R2.01-11Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1DDR3-1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket suppo

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1DDR3-1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing Vo

M5A97 R2.01-13Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (optional)1 DIMM2 DI

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion

M5A97 R2.01-15Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1IRQ assignments for this motherboardA B C D E F G HPCIe x16_1 - - - - shared - - -PCIe x16_2 - - - -

iiiContentsSafety information ... viAbout this guid

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button.• When the system i

M5A97 R2.01-17Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1• Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED.• The DRAM_LED also l

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 13. BIOS Flashback buttonUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIO

M5A97 R2.01-19Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1To erase the RTC RAM:1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.2. Move the jumper cap fro

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 12. DRAM LEDDRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting pro

M5A97 R2.01-21Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air ow inside the system

1-22Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 13. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are fo

M5A97 R2.01-23Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 14. Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1~6)These connectors are for the Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/

1-24Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 15. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)This connector is for a serial (COM) p

M5A97 R2.01-25Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 17. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions

iv2.3.1 Rear I/O connection ... 2-132.3.2 Audio I/O connections ...

1-26Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1• We recommend that you connect a high-denition front panel audio module to t

M5A97 R2.01-27Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 110. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. C

1-28Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1

ASUS M5A97 R2.02-1Chapter 2Basic Installation22.1 Building your PC system2.1.1 Motherboard installation1The diagrams in this section are for referen

2-2Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/

ASUS M5A97 R2.02-3Chapter 23. Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.DO NOT overtighten the sc

2-4Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.2 CPU installationThe AMD AM3+ socket is compatible with AMD AM3+ and AM3 processors. Ensure you use a CPU

ASUS M5A97 R2.02-5Chapter 232.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before y

2-6Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly12

ASUS M5A97 R2.02-7Chapter 2345

v4.3 Software information ... 4-34.3.1 AI Suite II...

2-8Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 213To remove a DIMM2.1.4 DIMM installation2BAA

ASUS M5A97 R2.02-9Chapter 22.1.5 ATX Power connection12OR OR

2-10Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.6 SATA device connectionOR2OR1

ASUS M5A97 R2.02-11Chapter 22.1.7 Expansion Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards

2-12Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.2 BIOS update utility2.2.1 USB BIOS FlashbackUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS withou

ASUS M5A97 R2.02-13Chapter 22.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections2.3.1 Rear I/O connection* and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LA

2-14Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2* LAN ports LED indicationsActivity Link LED Speed LEDStatus Description Status DescriptionOFF No link OFF 10 M

ASUS M5A97 R2.02-15Chapter 2Connect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel Speakers2.3.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O

2-16Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2Connect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel Speakers

ASUS M5A97 R2.02-17Chapter 22.4 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all

viSafety informationElectrical safetyTo prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the s

2-18Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-1Chapter 3BIOS setup33.1 Knowing BIOSThe new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, o

3-2Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2 BIOS setup programUse the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navi

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-3Chapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an ove

3-4Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settin

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-5Chapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows

3-6Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-7Chapter 3Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for

3-8Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3To change a user password:1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.2. From the Enter Current Passwo

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-9Chapter 3Scroll down to display the following items.Scroll down to display the following items.Current CPU Speed: xxxxMHzDisplays th

viiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis gu

3-10Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU interna

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-11Chapter 3Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default set

3-12Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.4.13 DIGI+ Power ControlCPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto]Load-line is dened by AMD VRM spec and affects CPU volta

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-13Chapter 33.4.16 DRAM Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.200000V to 2.500000V with a 0.00625

3-14Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.T

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-15Chapter 3SVM [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the AMD Secure Virtual Machine mode.[Disabled] Disables this function.Core C6 State [Enab

3-16Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.3 South BridgeHPET [Enabled]Allows you to disable or enable the HPET timer. Conguration options: [Disabled] [E

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-17Chapter 3S.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

3-18Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.6 CPU Core On/Off FunctionCPU Core Activation [Auto]This item lets user turn off cores except core 1, user can

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-19Chapter 3SB HD Azalia CongurationAllows you to change the HD Azalia conguration.[Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Azali

viiiConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.DA

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Power On By Ring [Disabled][Disabled] Disables Ring to generate a wake event.[Enabled] Enables Ring to generate a

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-21Chapter 33.6 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings.

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fa

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-23Chapter 33.6.5 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the Chass

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.3.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On][On]

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-25Chapter 33.7.4 DirectKey Enabled [Go to BIOS...][Go to BIOS Setup] Allows the system to power on and go to BIOS setup directly w

3-26Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 UtilityAllows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen.

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-27Chapter 33.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard you

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability,

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-29Chapter 3Launching ASUS UpdateTo launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar.Quit all Window

ix(continued on the next page)M5A97 R2.0 specications summaryCPU AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX Series CPU up to 8-core, compatible with AMD® Socket AM

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.• Refer to th

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-31Chapter 33.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an OS-

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3• This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.• DO N

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-33Chapter 33.10.3 ASUS BIOS UpdaterThe ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows

3-34Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number.4. At the

ASUS M5A97 R2.03-35Chapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your com

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-1Chapter 4Software support44.1 Installing an operating systemThis motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista / 64-bit Vista

4-2Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructi

ASUS M5A97 R2.04-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through