Asus M5A97 LE R2.0 User Manual

MotherboardM5A97 LE R2.0

x(continued on the next page)ASUS unique featuresASUS Dual Intelligent ProcessorsASUS Power Design- 4+2 Phase Power DesignASUS EPU- EPUASUS TPU- Au

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4• Ensure to install the LAN drivers before using this function.• Network iControl is only supported under Wi

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.04-11Chapter 4Using Quick ConnectionConguring the PPPoE connection settingsBefore enabling the Network iControl’s Quick Connection f

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Conguring the Quick ConnectionTo congure the auto-PPPoE connection:1. Click the Quick Connection tab.2. Ti

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.04-13Chapter 4Using EZ ProleTo use the EZ Prole:EZ Prole allows you to load, edit, and save your own network program priority pro

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.6 FAN XpertFan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.04-15Chapter 44.3.7 Ai Charger+This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB po

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.8 Probe IIProbe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.04-17Chapter 44.3.9 Sensor RecorderSensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timel

4-18Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using History Record1. Click the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Record Interval a

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.04-19Chapter 44.3.10 ASUS UpdateASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows

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

4-20Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.11 MyLogo2MyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen du

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.04-21Chapter 4Ensure to enable the Full Screen Logo in BIOS to use this feature.5. Click Flash to update the boot logo.6. When prom

4-22Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.12 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimat

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

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 LE 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 <Ctr

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 LE 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

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

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

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 LE R2.05-9Chapter 5Add the same line to both sections.The VID and PID vary with different vendors.10. Save and exit the le. 7. Use Notep

5-10Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5

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

6-2Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cardsThe following pictures are for reference only. The graphics

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.06-3Chapter 65. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately.6. Conn

6-4Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 61Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology1. In the AMD VISION Engine Control Center window, click Performance &

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

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

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

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

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

M5A97 LE R2.0A-5DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYPer FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corp

A-6Appendices

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

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

M5A97 LE R2.01-3Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal SolutionFanless Design: stylish heatsink solutionThe stylish heatsink fe

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores the

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

iiE8047Revised Edition V2January 2013Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and sof

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.2.2 Motherboard layoutM5A97 LE R2.0PCIEX16_1PCIEX16_2PCIEX1_1PCIEX1_2PCI1PCI2

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

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with an AM3+/AM3 socke

M5A97 LE R2.01-9Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory M

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered ECC and n

M5A97 LE R2.01-11Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1M5A97 LE R2.0 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Par

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1DDR3 1800 MHz capability Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Vol

M5A97 LE R2.01-13Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket s

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support

M5A97 LE R2.01-15Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to

iiiContentsSafety information ... viAbout this guid

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1IRQ assignments for this motherboardA B C D E F G HPCIe x16_1 - - - - shared -

M5A97 LE R2.01-17Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1To erase the RTC RAM:1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.2. Move the jumper cap

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.2.7 Onboard LEDsStandby Power LEDThe motherboard comes with a standby power

M5A97 LE R2.01-19Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 11.2.8 Internal connectors1. Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1~6)These connectors a

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air

M5A97 LE R2.01-21Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1• We recommend that you connect a high-denition front panel audio module to this connector to a

1-22Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 16. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)These connectors are for

M5A97 LE R2.01-23Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 1Chapter 17. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the s

1-24Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Chapter 19. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)This connector supports several chassis-mounted functi

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

iv2.5 Turning off the computer ...2-16Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.1 Knowing BIOS

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

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 LE R2.02-5Chapter 232.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU befor

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

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

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.02-9Chapter 22.1.5 ATX Power connection12

2-10Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.6 SATA device connection2OR12.1.7 Front I/O ConnectorUSB 2.0AAFPTo install USB 2.0 connector To install f

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.02-11Chapter 22.1.8 Expansion Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards

v4.3.3 EPU ... 4-84.3.4 USB 3.0 Boost...

2-12Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections2.2.1 Rear I/O connection* and **: Refer to the tables on the next

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.02-13Chapter 2* LAN ports LED indicationsActivity Link LED Speed LEDStatus Description Status DescriptionOFF No link OFF 10 Mbps conn

2-14Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2Connect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel Speakers2.3.2 Audio I/O connectio

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.02-15Chapter 2Connect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel Speakers

2-16Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.4 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensu

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

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 LE 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

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

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

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

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

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

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-11Chapter 3HT Link Speed [Auto]Allows you to select the HyperTransport link speed. Conguration options: [Auto] [800MHz] [1000MHz]

3-12Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM CAS# write Latency [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [5 CL�] – [12 CL�]DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto]Congura

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-13Chapter 3DCT1 Information:CKE drive strength [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] [2x]CS/ODT drive strength [A

3-14Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Manual Voltage [Auto]This item appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allo

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-15Chapter 33.5.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.The

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

3-16Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3SVM [Enabled]Enable AMD virtualization in CPU. This secure virtual mode will let you run multiple OS (guest) on the

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-17Chapter 33.5.3 South BridgeHPET [Enabled]Allows you to disable or enable the HPET timer. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enab

3-18Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Board SATA RAID ROM [Legacy ROM]This item appears only when you set SATA Port1 - Port4 to [RAID] and allows you to s

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-19Chapter 33.5.7 Onboard Devices CongurationAsmedia USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the USB 3.0 controller.[Disab

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Azalia Front Panel [HD]Allows you to set the Azalia front panel audio connector (AAFP) type to legacy AC’97 or high-

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-21Chapter 33.5.9 Network StackNetwork Stack [Disabled]This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Congura

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan set

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-23Chapter 3CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the Chassi

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-25Chapter 33.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Bootup NumLock State [On][On] Sets the p

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

3-26Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS][Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-27Chapter 33.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 UtilityAllows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a conrmation message ap

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or disca

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-29Chapter 33.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, com

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Launching ASUS UpdateTo launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar.Quit all

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-31Chapter 3• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS informationThe screenshots in this section a

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 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

ASUS M5A97 LE R2.03-33Chapter 3• This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with FAT 32/16 format andThis function can support devices

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

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

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3

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

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

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 LE R2.04-5Chapter 4Using Advanced ModeClick on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.CPU RatioAllows you to manuall

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

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 LE R2.04-9Chapter 44.3.4 USB 3.0 BoostASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically increases