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Motherboard SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 2
ASUS"). Product warranty or service 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 it from https://www.asus.com/support/ or (2) for the encounter any problems in obtaining - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 3
...vi About this guide...vii SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 4
BIOS 3-36 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-36 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-37 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-38 Chapter 4: Software Support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 5
RAID Support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 AMD® Option ROM Utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5-7 5.3 ASUS AMD - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 6
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 . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vi - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 7
you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the switches - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 8
of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 9
SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio 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 AMD 220W CPU Support - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 10
SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 specifications summary USB Exclusive TUF Features Other Special Features 2 x ASMedia® USB 3.1 controllers - supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost and 3A power output - 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port @back panel (Type C) - 3 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports @back panel (teal blue, Type A) ASMedia® USB - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 11
SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Manageability Support DVD Form Factor 1 x Optical S/PDIF Output port 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port (Type C) 3 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port (teal blue, Type A) 1 x LAN (RJ45) port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 4 x - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 12
the following items. User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 motherboard User manual 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 Q-Connector 1 x TUF Five-year warranty manual (by region) • If - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 13
Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 14
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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 SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 1-1 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 16
1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 17
BIOS Flashback button 15. Power-on button 16. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 18. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 1-17 1-19 1-4 1-5 1-10 1-14 1-13 1-16 1-11 1-20 1-21 1-15 1-21 2-21 1-9 1-16 1-18 1-14 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 18
Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing 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 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 19
memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 1-5 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 20
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 support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 21
and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16, dual at x16/x16, triple at x16/x8/x8 mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_4 slot ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 1-7 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 22
cards to 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_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 23
on a bare or opencase system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 1-9 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 24
! button Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near 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 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 25
memory of date, time, and BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values. • Due to 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. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 26
1.1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update. Chapter 1 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 27
Mode]. Refer to section 3.6.4 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. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 1-13 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 28
2. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_E56, USB3_E78) This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with the USB 3.0 specification 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 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 29
so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector 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 SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 1-15 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 30
system chassis. Chapter 1 The COM module is purchased separately. 6. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. This socket supports PCIe 2.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242/2260/2280/22110 PCIe storage devices. The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased separately. 1-16 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 31
motherboard's CPU_FAN connector, and the water pump connector to the W_PUMP connector. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, or CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 32
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 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 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 33
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 350 W. • DO NOT forget to connect with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 1-19 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 34
System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System power 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 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 35
the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. Ensure that your chassis comes with the button cable that supports the DirectKey feature. Refer to the technical documentation that came with the chassis for details. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 1-21 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 36
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vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 1. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 2-1 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 38
3. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 39
AM3+ socket is compatible with AMD AM3+ and AM3 processors. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 40
2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 41
ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 2-5 Chapter 2 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 42
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 43
2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 OR AND • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 2-7 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 44
2.1.6 SATA device connection OR OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 45
2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 AAFP 2-9 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 46
2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 47
LED blinks three times, indicating that the BIOS Flashback function is enabled. Refer to section 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs for more information of the Flashback LED. If the system fails to boot after flashing the BIOS, unplug the power core and restart the system. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 2-11 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 48
If this scenario happens, please restart the system to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 49
2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports 1-4 2. Intel® LAN port* 3. USB 3.0 3.1 devices can only be used under Windows® 7 OS environment and after the USB 3.0/USB 3.1 driver installation. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 2-13 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 50
* LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off No link Off 10 Mbps connection Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection Orange (Blinking) Data activity Green 1 Gbps connection Orange (Blinking Ready to wake up then steady) from S5 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 51
2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 2-15 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 52
Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 If you are using Windows® 8.1/10 platform, use only the light blue audio port for Side Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration. 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 53
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 tests (POST). While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 2-17 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 54
No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 55
BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as ST990R30.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 56
CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.1.7 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 57
for details. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the only when the boot device is installed to the system. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 58
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 for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 59
items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows activities that you have done in BIOS. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-5 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 60
your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3 Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1. Use the arrow keys to select an items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 61
Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.1.7 Jumpers 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 SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-7 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 62
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 . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 63
options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Chapter 3 Current CPU Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current CPU speed. Target CPU Speed Current HT Link Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current HT link speed. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-9 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 64
profile, and the related parameters will be adjusted automatically. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows user can manually adjust the maximum non-CPB mode CPU ratio. The value will be limit to CPU base or ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 65
-items vary depending on the CPU/DIMMs you install on the motherboard. DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by AMD VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage [Extreme] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-11 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 66
higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. CPU/NB Current Capability [Auto] This item provides wider total power ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual 3 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 67
-items appear according to the CPU & NB Voltage Mode item setting. Configuration options: [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] The following items appear only when you set CPU & NB Voltage to [Offset Mode]. Offset 006250V to 0.700000V with an interval of 0.06250V. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-13 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 68
to adjust the value. The values range from 0.006250V to 2.075000V with an interval of 0.06250V. CPU/NB Manual Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set a fixed CPU/NB voltage. Use the or to adjust 1.801800V to 2.805000V with a 0.006600V interval. Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 69
. 3.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Chapter 3 The items shown in submenu may be different due to the . Configuration options: [Disabled by CPU] [Always Enabled] [Always Disabled] ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-15 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 70
AMD specific ACPI states to save power consumption. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SVM [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Enables the AMD [Disabled] Allows you to set the IOMMU Mode that supports LINUX-based systems to convert 32bit I/O to 64-bit 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 71
. [Disabled]: Ganged mode. 3.6.3 South Bridge Configuration HPET [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer (HPET). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-17 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 72
SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices 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 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 73
item allows you to select Board SATA RAID ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Legacy ROM] [UEFI DRIVER] SATA Port5 & M.2(SATA mode) [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA Port5 & M.2(SATA mode the S.M.A.R.T feature. [Enabled] Enables the S.M.A.R.T feature. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-19 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 74
auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Auto] Allows the system to detect the - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 75
] [Manual] The following items appear only when you set CPU Core Activation to [Manual]. 3rd & 4th Core [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5th & 6th Core [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 76
. [Enabled] Enables the rear USB 3.1 controller. Asmedia USB 3.1/3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables this function [Enabled] Enables the Asmedia USB 3.1/3.0 , PCIe16_2 will have no function. Configuration options: [x4] [disable] Chapter 3 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 77
legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 [HD] Sets output. [HDMI] Sets to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-23 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 78
] Allows the BIOS to switch off the system through a PCI/PCIE LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On By When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/Minute/ Second will become user-configurable with set values - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 79
options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4 PXE Support [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-25 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 80
the CPU and chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed. CPU Q-Fan Control 100 RPM] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 81
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 items appear only when you set CPU [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-27 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 82
chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following items appear only when you set Chassis ] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chapter 3 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 83
. Chapter 3 Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-29 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 84
Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST. [Enabled] Select to load the network stack driver you to select a desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS Setup. You can only execute the POST delay time during normal boot - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 85
EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, Both, UEFI first] [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-31 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 86
want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] Secure Boot This item allows you to configure the booting on Windows® nonUEFI mode. Microsoft® Secure Boot only supports Windows® UEFI mode. Key Management Clear Secure Boot keys This 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 87
device so that more db's images cannot be loaded. The dbx file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-33 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 88
(SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot. Configuration options: [Slot 1] [Slot 2] [Slot 3] [Slot 4] ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Label Allows you - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 89
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 devices that have a filesystem. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-35 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 90
version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system's failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary. Visit http://www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. The following - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 91
only. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3-37 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 92
3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 93
Support DVD into the optical drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, Click Run ASSETUP.EXE. Chapter 4 If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear, browse the contents of the support DVD and double-Click \\bin\ASSETUP.EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 94
necessary drivers to use the devices. Click to display the applications and other software that the motherboard supports Contains the list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user guide Click to display product related information Click to display the ASUS contact - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 95
Windows® 7 OS 1. Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click or tap Run ASSETUP.exe then select the Utilities tab. Chapter 4 3. From the Utilities tab, click or tap AI Suite 3 then follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 4-3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 96
click or tap AI Suite 3. 3. Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. If the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu did not appear, try the following: 3 Windows® 7 OS From the Desktop, click or tap Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suite 3. You can also launch AI Suite in Windows® - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 97
3 main menu bar Chapter 4 • Some functions in the AI Suite 3 main menu in this user guide may vary depending on the motherboard model. • 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 R3.0 4-5 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 98
tap to switch between modes Click or tap to load saved profiles Click or tap to save the settings of the new profile 4-6 Chapter 4: Software Support Chapter 4 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 99
Click to save a new profile VGA - Smart Mode Manually adjust the acceleration and deceleration time of the graphic card's fans. Displays the graph of Click the sliders to the thermal settings adjust the settings ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Click to apply changes Click to undo changes Click to - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 100
VGA - RPM Mode Allows you to manually adjust the fan's speed (in rpm). Move the slider up or down to adjust the settings Click to load a saved profile condition of your system. Click or tap to run the assessment report of your current thermal settings 4-8 Chapter 4: Software Support Chapter 4 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 101
and condition of your system. Click or tap to scroll down/up DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative digital VRM and DRAM Voltage controllers. screen Click or tap to go the DRAM configurations screen ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 4-9 Chapter 4 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 102
tap to go back to the previous screen Click or tap to undo the changes Click or tap to apply the changes 4-10 Chapter 4: Software Support Chapter 4 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 103
DIGI+PowerControl - GPU Click or tap to go back to the previous screen Click or tap to undo Click or tap to apply the changes the changes Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 4-11 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 104
to connect your USB 3.1/3.0 device to the USB 3.1/3.0 ports that support USB 3.1 Boost. Refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of your user guide for more details. • USB 3.1 Boost automatically detects the USB 3.1/3.0 devices that support UASP. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 105
AI Suite 3 main menu, then select EZ Using EZ Update Click or tap to automatically update your motherboard driver, software and firmware Click or tap to search and select the BIOS file Click or tap to select a boot logo Click or tap to update the BIOS Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 4-13 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 106
Manually update the BIOS and selecting a boot logo Click or tap to search an image file for your boot logo Click or tap to go back to EZ Update main screen Click or tap to proceed the updating BIOS and boot logo After you click or tap BIOS Update button, click or tap Flash to - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 107
left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information. Viewing the motherboard information Click or tap the MB tab to view the motherboard's information. Viewing the CPU information Click or tap the CPU tab to view the processor's information. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 4-15 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 108
Viewing the SPD information Click or tap the SPD tab to view the memory's information. Chapter 4 4-16 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 109
the BIOS download 1. In the Download Setting field, tick Schedule (days) then select the number of days for the BIOS download schedule. 2. Click or tap Apply to save the BIOS download schedule. Click or tap Cancel to cancel the download schedule. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 4-17 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 110
system to check the latest BIOS version. 2. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click or tap from the Save to: field, select the USB flash drive, then click or tap Download. SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 3. After the download is complete, click or tap OK. Chapter 4 4-18 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 111
your computer that you want to pair with. To pair your computer and smart device, ensure that both are connected to the same wireless network. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 4-19 Chapter 4 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 112
device Tick to send alert when the components selected are back to its normal status Tick to select the smart device Chapter 4 4-20 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 113
Tap to view PC sent messages Tap to scan more host computers Click or tap to send your message Tap to delete PC alerts Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 4-21 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 114
4.4.7 Version Displays the installed software or utilities and their current version. Chapter 4 4-22 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 115
Budgets: Allows you to set an online budget time to your network adapters. • Traffic Analysis: Allows you to assign protocols and programs in one set. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 4-23 Chapter 4 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 116
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 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 117
type of headphone installed then Click OK. b. If you select Front Speaker Out, Click to select the type of speaker installed then Click OK. Chapter 4 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 4-25 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 118
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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 for this setup. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 5-1 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 120
5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal 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 limitation, when SATA ports are set - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 121
To enter the AMD® Option ROM BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. To create a RAID volume using more than four hard disk drives, ensure that the SATA connectors 5/6 are set to [RAID] mode. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 122
ignore this option> 9. Press + to enter the screen to modify the array capacity, or press any key to use the maximum capacity. 5-4 Chapter 5: RAID Support - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 123
following messages: Press Ctrl-Y to delte the data in the disk! or press any other key to abort... Press + to delete the RAID volume. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 5-5 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 124
Port:ID 01:00 02:00 Drive Model xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx [ Drives Assignments ] Capabilities Capacity(GB) xxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx Any Key To Continue....... 5-6 Chapter 5: RAID Support - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 125
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. To set up a Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode, ensure to load the UEFI driver for your optical drive. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 5-7 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 126
Compatible RAID Controller - x86 / x64 platform. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. For Windows® 7 / Vista OS, you can install the AMD® SATA AHCI Driver from the motherboard support DVD after the OS installation for better compatibility. 5.3.2 Converting an - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 127
Multiple GPU support Multiple GPU Support 6 6.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ Select your current graphics card driver/s. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows 7, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 6-1 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 128
the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi- CrossFireX bridge (bundled with graphics cards) Goldfingers 6-2 Chapter 6: Multiple GPU Support - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 129
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. Chapter 6 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 6-3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 130
your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com). 6.1.5 Enabling the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology After installing your graphics cards and - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 131
Dual CrossFireX technology 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD CrossFireXTM. 2. Select Enable CrossFireXTM. 3. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. 4. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made. Chapter 6 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 6-5 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 132
® certified. • Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website at www.nvidia.com. 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 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 133
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 the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com). Chapter 6 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 6-7 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 134
6 6.2.4 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI® technology After installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the SLI feature in NVIDIA® Control Panel under the Windows® 7 operating system. . B2. From the Screen Resolution window, click Advanced settings. 6-8 Chapter 6: Multiple GPU Support - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 135
, PhysX. In the Quad-SLI enabled, click Maximize 3D Performance SLI to set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply. Chapter 6 ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 6-9 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 136
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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 could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Appendix ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 A-1 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 138
IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 139
ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs specific language governing permissions and limitations under the License. Appendix ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 A-3 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 140
con le direttive correlate. Il testo completo della dichiarazione di conformità UE è disponibile all'indirizzo: www.asus.com/support ASUS www.asus.com/support ASUSTeK Computer Inc www.asus.com/support Hrvatski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj sukladan s bitnim zahtjevima - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 141
. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv Appendix ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 A-5 - Asus TUF SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 | SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Users Manual English - Page 142
Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : SABERTOOTH 990FX R3.0 Conforms to the following specifications : Date : Jun. 30, 2016 Ver.
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