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    Motherboard SABERTOOTH 990FX
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    it from http://support.asus.com/download; or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment, which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you want to have it shipped to, by sending a request to: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Legal Compliance Dept. 15 Li Te Rd., Beitou, Taipei
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    Onboard LEDs 2-20 2.2.8 Internal connectors 2-21 2.3 Building your computer system 2-29 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 2-29 2.3.2 CPU installation 2-30 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-31 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-34 2.3.6 ATX Power
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    3.5.5 CPU Core On/Off Fuction 3-20 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-21 3.5.7 APM 3-23 3.6 Monitor menu 3-24 3.7 Boot menu 3-27 3.8 Tools menu 3-28 3.9 Exit menu 3-30 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-31 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-31 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-34 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS
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    disk drive 4-36 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology
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    limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard
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    system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. •
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    support This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ 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
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    of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete
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    SABERTOOTH 990FX specifications summary CPU AMD® socket AM3+ for AMD® FX Series CPU up to 8-core Compatible with AMD® socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II/ Athlon™ II/Sempron™ 100 Series Processors Supports 32nm CPU AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology AMD® 140W CPU Support Chipset AMD® 990FX/SB950
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    USB 3.0 Support ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface AI Suite II ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM ASUS O.C. Profile ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS 32 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2
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    1 x S/PDIF Out header 24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! button 1 x Clear CMOS jumper Drivers Anti-virus software (OEM version) ASUS Update ASUS Utilities ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change
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    following items. User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x TUF Certification card Five-year warranty 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x TUF Five-year warranty manual • If any of
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    ), TUF series is born for pursuing the preeminent stability, all-round compatibility, and extreme durability FX™/Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors (AM3+ / AM3 CPU) This motherboard supports latest AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with up to 8-core native CPU cores and
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    key components Exclusively for this motherboard, the switching power design is provided not only for the CPU and memory, but also for other key components such as graphics cards, LAN and USB 3.0. E.S.P. dramatically improves system efficiency and reduces heat generation. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 1-3
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    push of a button to patch memory issues. MemOK! determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves system boot success. Get your system up and running in no time! 1.3.4 ASUS DIY UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Flexible & Easy BIOS Interface ASUS brand new UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goes
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    functions and multi-streaming technology. MyLogo2 Personalize your system with customizable boot logo The ASUS MyLogo 2 is the new feature present in the motherboard that allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable and animated boot logos. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 1-5
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    The motherboard supports other PC portable devices. ErP Ready The motherboard is European Union 's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS
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    motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket 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 SABERTOOTH 990FX
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    2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 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
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    power LED (SB_PWR) 14. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 15. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 16. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-21 2-4 2-20 2-5 2-14 2-18 2-17 2-16 2-23 2-17 2-13 2-18 2-15 2-19 2-21 2-19 Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-3
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    Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3+ socket designed for AMD® FX Series CPU up to 8-core, also compatible with AMD® socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors. + Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. The AM3+ socket has
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    The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-5
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    sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system 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
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    SABERTOOTH 990FX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) AM3 - - - Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 1.5 • • • 1.5 • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • 1.5 • • • - • • • - • • • Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-7
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    SABERTOOTH 990FX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) AM3 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing ( 2x 4GB ) GET316GB1333C9QC 16GB DS ( 4x 4GB ) D9LGK D9LGK - 7-7-7 - - 9-9-9 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM -
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    2 SABERTOOTH 990FX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) AM3 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support ( • Team TXD32048M1333C7-D(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288LT-13 7-7-7-21 1.5-1.6 • • • ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-9
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    SABERTOOTH 990FX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) AM3 DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip NO. DS CORSAIR HX3X12G1600C9(XMP) 12GB DS - - ( 6x 2GB ) CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9(XMP) 16GB 2GB ) Timing Voltage 9-9-9-24 1.6 DIMM socket support (Optional)
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    SABERTOOTH 990FX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) AM3 DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-11
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    - - Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 1.65 • • • 1.6 • • • 1.65 • • • SABERTOOTH 990FX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) AM3 DDR3 1866 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support DS (Optional
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    SABERTOOTH 990FX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) AM3 2GB 2GB SS/ Chip Brand Chip NO. DS Timing Voltage DS DS DS DS DS DS DS DS socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 DIMM DIMM DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX
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    SABERTOOTH 990FX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) AM3 Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DS 2GB DS - 4GB DS 65 - 9 1.65 - - 1.65 - 9-9-9-24 - - 8-8-8-24 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • 32-bit operation system may only
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    physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 2 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (single a t x16, dual at x16/x16, triple at x16/x8/x8 mode) 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot 4 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot 5 PCI slot 1 6 PCIe 2.0 x16_4 slot ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-15
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    get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. Chapter 2 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    IRQ assignments for this motherboard VIA6308 (1394) A B C D E F G H - - - - - - shared - Realtek 8111E (LAN) - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - PCIEX16_4 shared - - - - - - - PCIEX1_1 shared - - - - - - - Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-17
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    the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down the 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
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    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 SABERTOOTH 990FX
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    in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. 2. POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs of CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD indicate key components status during POST (Power-on Self Test). If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue
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    to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using
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    for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The COM module is purchased separately. 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. The USB module cable is purchased separately. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-23
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    to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Chapter 2 Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately. 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This
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    ! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment. Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-25
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    is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one motherboard in the BIOS setup to is set to [HD]. 10. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply
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    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?SLanguage=en-us for details. Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-27
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    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
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    ) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-29
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    2.3.2 1 CPU installation The AMD AM3+ socket is compatible with AMD AM3+ and AM3 processors. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 2
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    3 Chapter 2 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 SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-31
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    To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 Chapter 2 2 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    3 4 Chapter 2 5 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-33
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    2.3.5 1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 2 Chapter 2 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-35
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    2.3.6 1 ATX Power connection 2 OR OR Chapter 2 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.7 1 SATA device connection OR 2 OR Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-37
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    2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector 1 2 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- IDE_LED PWR Ground Reset Ground POWER SW RESET SW To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector Chapter 2 USB 2.0 To
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    2.3.9 Expension Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-39
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    * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external BIOS setting to [Enabled] and install the JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver from the motherboard support DVD. Refer to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices
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    Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 2-channel Light Blue I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-41
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    Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 2-43
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    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
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    If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. �S�e�e��s�e��c�ti�o�n� 2.2.5 Jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. The BIOS setup program
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    the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode UEFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode Monday [4/11/2011] SABERTOOTH P67 BIOS Version : 0121 CPU Type : AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 965 Processor Total Memory : 1024 MB Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date : 04/11/2011 Speed : 3448 MHz
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    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 Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 3-3
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    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 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
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    you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date CPU Information AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 965
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    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
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    = By CPU Oncrement = 0.006250V +/- : Raise/Reduce →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 3-7
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    and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Press and select Ok to start overclocking automatically. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-CPB CPU ratio. Use keypad. The values range from 100 to 600. Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    AM3+ CPU only. CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between NB clock and the CPU DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 3-9
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    : [Auto] [0.75x] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] Processor ODT [240 ohms +/- 20%] Configuration options: [Auto] [240 ohms +/- 20%] [120 ohms +/- 20%] [60 ohms +/20%] Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    control depending on the CPU loading. Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Proceeds the full phase mode. Allows manual adjustment. CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU Voltage Frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 3-11
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    system stability. VRM Fixed Frequency Mode [300] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency item to [Manual with a 0.006250V interval. CPU/NB Offset Mode Sign [+] CPU/NB Offset Voltage [Autp] 0.006250V interval. CPU VDDA Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VDDA voltage.
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    from 1.20V to 2.50V with a 0.00625V interval. According to AMD® CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement from 1.20V to 1.80V with a 0.0050V interval. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 3-13
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    can cause the system to malfunction. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker > CPU Configuration > North Bridge > SATA Configuration > USB Configuration > CPU Core On/Off Fuction > Onboard Devices Configuration > APM Advanced Monitor Boot Tool CPU Configuration Parameters
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    [Enabled] Enables AMD virtualization in CPU. This secure virtual mode will let you run multiple operation system on the same physical hardware by decoupling operation system and physical hardware with the hypervisor layer. [Disabled] Disables this function. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 3-15
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    Bridge Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ North Bridge > Advanced Monitor North Bridge Configuration IOMMU Mode Disabled > Memory Configuration Initate Graphic Adapter PEG/PCI Exit Boot Tool IOMMU is support on Linux based systems to convert
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    BIOS Boot hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. Set to [RAID] when you want to 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. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX
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    hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. Set to [AHCI] when you want the allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your to report warning messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [
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    Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] Disables the function. EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off feature. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 3-19
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    CPU Core On/Off Fuction UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ CPU Core On/Off Function > Monitor ASUS Core Unlocker CPU Core Activation Disabled Auto Boot Tool Enables ASUS Core Unlocker to get FULL computing power of processor. [Warning] System
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    Driver from the motherboard support 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] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX
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    connector on the motherboard. Serial Port Device. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Azalia Front Panel [HD] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports BIOS setup
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    Boot Tool Allow BIOS to switch off some power at S5 to get the system BIOS to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be swtched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX
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    system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor CPU 531 V VDDA2.5V Voltage +2.520 V CPU FAN Speed N/A CPU OPT FAN Speed 4192 RPM Boot CPU Temperature Tool →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select
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    onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. CPU Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] in�i�m��u�m� duty cycle. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 3-25
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    four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 40ºC to 90ºC. Chassis Fan you do not want to detect this item. Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    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. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 3-27
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    Utility - Advanced Mode Tool Main Ai Tweaker Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash Utility > ASUS SPD Information > ASUS O.C. Profile Monitor Boot Be used to update BIOS ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow
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    BIOS settings, press , 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. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX
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    items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Exit Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default
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    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. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. The
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    download. Click Next. Chapter 3 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
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    instructions to complete the update process. • The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX
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    th��e�A��d�v�a�n�c�e�d��M��o�d�e��o�f�th��e�B��IO��S��s�e�tu��p�p�r�o�g�r�a�m��.�G��o�t�o��th�e� Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to enable it. ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: SABERTOOTH 990FX VER: 0401 fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ fs1:\ Folder Info 04
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    reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.9 Exit Menu for details. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 3-35
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    hard disk drives (optional). Booting 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 to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Insert the support DVD into the optical
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    DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: SABERTOOTH 990FX VER: 0401 DATE: 04/26/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue. Note Saving BIOS: Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 3-37
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    bupdater /pc /g and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: SABERTOOTH 990FX VER: 0401 DATE: 04/26/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: SABER990FX.ROM
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    the ASUS contact information. Click an icon to display DVD/ motherboard information Chapter 4 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 SABERTOOTH 990FX
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    support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. 1. Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from
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    menu vary with models. • The screeshots of AI 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 SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-3
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    Desktop • When on a function screen, click on the upper-right corner of the screen to switch back to the main menu bar. Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support
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    operation area) by clicking on the left side of the middle pane. You may hide the right pane (system information area) by clicking on the right side of the middle pane. • Click to close the main the Windows notification area, then, left-click and select Exit. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-5
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    click Apply. Scroll up/down to see more items 3. The new setting has been applied to the main menu bar. Before After Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Bar Allows you to modify the bar setting. 1. Tick Auto hide and select the countdown time that the Auto hide function takes effect. 2. Click Apply to apply the setting. The Auto hide function only takes effect in Bar mode. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-7
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    4.3.2 ASUS Thermal Radar The Thermal Radar monitors temps in critical parts of the motherboard in real time, automatically adjusting fan speeds to make sure the system maintains high stability without overheating. It consists of multiple sensors for various components on the motherboard, giving user
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    . For example, click CPU Fan. 3. Read the introduction and notice of the selected fan. Click Setting. 4. Select a fan profile in the Profile Name drop-down list and click Apply. You can also configure other system fans by clicking the CHA and ASST icon below. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-9
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    to meet different computing and environment speeds in real-time when the temperature of the monitored system component reaches to 2. Drag the paper clip icon to the system component(s) listed on the right of the Thermal Apply. For example, you assign 60% to motherboard, 20% to VCCIO, and 20% to VCCSA
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    4. If you are not sure how to choose the proper components to monitor and the percentage to adjust, click Auto and have Thermal Radar do the recommended settings for you. Click Apply for the setting to take effect. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-11
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    that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www
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    applying • 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. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-13 Chapter 4
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    Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ VRM by clicking Tool > DIGI+ VRM on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Configuration items and options Application helps Apply all changes immediately Undo all changes without applying Introduction on DIGI+ VRM Configuration Items CPU Load-line
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    the CPU/NB and VRM thermal. • Regular: 0% • Medium: 25% • High: 50% • Ultra: 75% • Extreme: 100% • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-15
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    better thermal performance. Reduce phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency. • Standard: Phase control based on CPU command. • Optimized: ASUS optimized phase tuning profile • Extreme: Full phase mode • Manual Adjustment: Phase number adjusted by current (A) step • Select
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    the changes in the sensors that you enable. Select the sensors that you want to monitor Drag to view the status during a certain period of time Click to return to the default mode Click to zoom in/out the Y axis Click to zoom in/out the X axis Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-17
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    Voltage The Voltage tab displays the status of the system voltages. Select the items that you want to monitor. Temperature The Temperature tab displays the status of the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select the items that you want to monitor. Fan Speed The Fan Speed tab displays the status of
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    History Record The History Record tab allows you to record the changes in the system. To use the recording function 1. Select the sensor type, and then select the sensors a recorded history, click beside the date of the selected recorded history to clear it. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-19
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    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
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    The CPU Frequency panel displays the current CPU frequency and CPU usage. Click Monitor > CPU Frequency on the AI Suite II main menu bar to open the CPU Frequency panel. Resident in the right pane (system information area) Sensor panel CPU Frequency panel Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-21
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    the motherboard BIOS and the BIOS boot logo with the ASUS designed update utilities. ASUS Update ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. ASUS Update allows you to: • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet • Download the
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    c) Select the BIOS version that you want to download and click Next. To update the BIOS from a BIOS file a) From the list of options, select Update BIOS from file and then click Next. b) Click Browse to locate the BIOS file and then click Next. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-23
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    the Booting Preview button to preview the way the picture is displayed during POST. Left-click the mouse to return to the setting screen. d) Click Next when the changes are finished. e) Click Flash to start updating the BIOS to your motherboard, and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete
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    this BIOS to my motherboard) Before using the last two options, ensure that you download a BIOS file to your computer using ASUS Update. 3. Locate the picture file that you want to use as the boot logo (and the downloaded BIOS if required) and then click Next. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-25
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    the screen resolution. 5. Click the Booting Preview button to preview the way the picture is displayed during the POST. Left-click the mouse to return to the setting screen. 6. Click Next when the adjustment is finished. 7. Click Flash and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process
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    on the motherboard manufacturer, product name, version, and BIOS. • Click the CPU tab to see the details on the processor and the Cache. Chapter 4 • Click the SPD tab and then select the memory slot to see the details on the memory module installed on the corresponding slot. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX
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    experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Detection function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com
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    motherboard comes with the AMD® SB950 chipset that allows you to configure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID configurations: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5. • You must install Windows® XP Service setup. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-29
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    The motherboard supports Serial POST. 2. Go to the Advanced menu > SATA Configuration, and then press . 3. Set the SATA Mode item to [RAID Mode]. 4. 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
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    ROM Utility To enter the AMD® Option ROM utility: 1. Boot up your computer. 2. During POST, press + to display the utility main menu. Option ROM Utility (c) 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. [ Main Menu ] View Drive Assignments .......[ 1 ] LD View / LD Define Menu ......[ 2 ] Delete
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    Menu function. 2. Press + , and the following screen appears. Option ROM Utility (c) 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. [ LD Define Menu ] LD No LD Name RAID Mode Drv LD 1 Logical Drive 1 RAID press any key to use the maximum capacity. Chapter 4 4-32 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Select a RAID item and press to display its information. Option ROM Utility (c) 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. [ View LD Defination Menu ] LD No LD Name RAID Mode Drv Capacity(GB) LD 1 xxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx Any Key To Continue....... ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-33 Chapter 4
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    the OS To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS: 1. Boot your computer. 2. Press during POST to enter the BIOS setup utility. 3. Set the optical drive as the primary boot device. 4. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive. 5. Save changes and exit BIOS. 6. When the Make Disk
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    OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-35
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    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
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    = "USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901", "usbstor" Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. 10. Save and exit the file. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 4-37 Chapter 4
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    Chapter 4 4-38 Chapter 4: Software support
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    For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Select your current graphics card driver/s. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 5-1
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    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
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    to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. 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
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    ® certified. • Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com). • Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. See Chapter 2 for details. • We
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    to the graphics card. SLI bridge Goldfingers 5.2.3 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology. Download the latest driver from
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    Chapter 5 B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize. B2. From the Personalization window, select Display Settings. B3. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings. 5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Set SLI Configuration. Click Enable SLI and set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX 5-7
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    Chapter 5 5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone Support Fax Online support +49-1805-010923* +49
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    two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : SABERTOOTH 990FX
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Motherboard
SABERTOOTH
990FX