Asus M5A99X EVO User Manual

Motherboard
M5A99X EVO
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E6411
First Edition (V1) May 2011
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Contents

Contents ...................................................................................................................... iii
Notices .......................................................................................................................vi
Safety information ..................................................................................................... vii
About this guide ....................................................................................................... viii
M5A99X EVO specications summary ...................................................................... x
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! .................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents.......................................................................................1-1
1.3 Special features..........................................................................................1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights........................................................................1-2
1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM ........................... 1-3
1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ........................................................... 1-3
1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ..................................................... 1-4
1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY .............................................................................. 1-4
1.3.6 Other special features ................................................................. 1-5
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.1 Before you proceed ...................................................................................2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview ............................................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 Motherboard layout ..................................................................... 2-2
2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 2-4
2.2.3 System memory .......................................................................... 2-5
2.2.4 Expansion slots ......................................................................... 2-13
2.2.5 Jumper ...................................................................................... 2-15
2.2.6 Onboard switches ..................................................................... 2-16
2.2.7 Onboard LEDs .......................................................................... 2-19
2.2.8 Internal connectors....................................................................2-21
2.3 Building your computer system ............................................................. 2-30
2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system ............ 2-30
2.3.2 CPU installation.........................................................................2-31
2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation ............................. 2-32
2.3.4 DIMM installation.......................................................................2-35
2.3.5 Motherboard installation ............................................................ 2-36
2.3.6 ATX Power connection .............................................................. 2-38
2.3.7 SATA device connection ............................................................ 2-39
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector .................................................................. 2-40
2.3.9 Expension Card installation.......................................................2-41
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2.3.10 Rear panel connection .............................................................. 2-42
2.3.11 Audio I/O connections ............................................................... 2-44
2.4 Starting up for the rst time .................................................................... 2-46
2.5 Turning off the computer ......................................................................... 2-46
Chapter 3: BIOS setup
3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................ 3-1
3.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................................. 3-1
3.2.1 EZ Mode......................................................................................3-2
3.2.2 Advanced Mode .......................................................................... 3-3
3.3 Main menu ..................................................................................................3-5
3.4 Ai Tweaker menu ........................................................................................ 3-7
3.5 Advanced menu .......................................................................................3-13
3.5.1 CPU Configuration .................................................................... 3-14
3.5.2 North Bridge Configuration........................................................3-15
3.5.3 SATA Configuration ................................................................... 3-16
3.5.4 USB Configuration .................................................................... 3-18
3.5.5 CPU Core On/Off Function ....................................................... 3-19
3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration ................................................ 3-19
3.5.7 APM .......................................................................................... 3-21
3.6 Monitor menu ...........................................................................................3-22
3.7 Boot menu ................................................................................................3-24
3.8 Tools menu ............................................................................................... 3-26
3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ...................................................................... 3-26
3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information ............................................................. 3-27
3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile ..................................................................... 3-28
3.9 Exit menu .................................................................................................. 3-29
3.10 Updating BIOS .......................................................................................... 3-30
3.10.1 ASUS Update utility...................................................................3-30
3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ............................................................. 3-33
3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater ................................................................. 3-35
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..................................................4-2
4.3 Software information ................................................................................. 4-3
4.3.1 AI Suite II.....................................................................................4-3
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4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM .................................................................................. 4-4
4.3.3 TurboV EVO ................................................................................ 4-5
4.3.4 EPU ............................................................................................. 4-9
4.3.5 FAN Xpert.................................................................................. 4-10
4.3.6 Probe II...................................................................................... 4-11
4.3.7 Sensor Recorder ....................................................................... 4-12
4.3.8 Ai Charger+ ...............................................................................4-13
4.3.9 Monitor ...................................................................................... 4-14
4.3.10 System Information ................................................................... 4-15
4.3.11 Audio configurations..................................................................4-16
4.4 RAID congurations ................................................................................4-17
4.4.1 RAID definitions ........................................................................ 4-17
4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ................................................. 4-18
4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS .................................................. 4-18
4.4.4 AMD® Option ROM Utility .......................................................... 4-19
4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk.....................................................................4-22
4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ................ 4-22
4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® .................................. 4-22
4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation ...... 4-23
4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive ................................................... 4-24
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 ...............................5-3
5.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technology ......................................................................... 5-4
5.2.1 Requirements .............................................................................. 5-4
5.2.2 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cards ...................................... 5-4
5.2.3 Installing the device drivers ......................................................... 5-5
5.2.4 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology ..................................... 5-5
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Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.
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Safety information

Electrical safety
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.
Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.
Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
Chapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
Chapter 3: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Chapter 4: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software.
Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
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Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italic
s Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key.that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key.Return key.
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del>
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.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
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CPU AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX Series CPU up to 8-core
AMD® 140W CPU Support AMD® Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ Technology (by CPU type) Supports 32nm CPU * Compatible with AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II
/Athlon™ II /Sempron™ 100 Series Processors
Chipset
AMD® 990X / SB950
System bus
Up to 5200 MT/s; HyperTransport™ 3.0
Memory 4 x DIMM, max. 32 GB, DDR3 2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1800 / 1600 /
1333 / 1066 MHz ECC / non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture
* Due to the CPU spec., AMD AM3 100 series CPUs support up
to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz.
** Due to OS limitation, when installing total memory of 4GB
capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operation system may only recognize less than 3GB. Hence, a total installed memory of less than 3GB is recommended.
*** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory
QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists)
Expansion slots 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (single @ x16 speed, dual @ x8/x8 (single @ x16 speed, dual @ x8/x8(single @ x16 speed, dual @ x8/x8
speed) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (Black @ x4 speed) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 1 x PCI slot
Multi-GPU support
Supports NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI™ TechnologyQuad-GPU SLI™ Technology SLI™ Technology Supports ATI® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology
Storage AMD® SB950 chipset
- 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 support
2 x JMicron® JMB362 SATA controllers
- 2 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports
- 1 x Power eSATA 3.0 Gb/s port
- 1 x eSATA 3.0 Gb/s port
LAN Realtek® 8111E PCIe Gigabit LAN controller
Audio Realtek® ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Supports 192khz/24bit BD Lossless Sound
- DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC
- Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking
- Optical S/PDIF Out port at back I/O
- ASUS Noise Filter
USB 2 x ASMedia USB 3.0 controllers
- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support
- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue)
AMD® SB950 chipset
- 14 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 8 ports at back panel)
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IEEE 1394 VIA® 6308P controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports
(one at mid-board, one at back panel)
ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM:
ASUS DIGI+ VRM
- Industry leading Digital 6+2 Phase Power Design
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM Utility
ASUS EPU
- EPU, EPU switch
ASUS TPU
- Auto Tuning, TurboV, TPU switch
ASUS Exclusive Features
- Front Panel USB 3.0 Support
- MemOK!
- AI Suite II
- AI Charger+
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
- ASUS Fanless Design: Heat pipe solution
- ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS Q-Design
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-Connector
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS O.C. Profile
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
- ASUS MyLogo 2
- Precision Tweaker 2
- Multi-language BIOS
ASUS exclusive overclocking features
Precision Tweaker 2
- vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vDDNB: Adjustable CPU/NB voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vNB: Adjustable NB voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vNB HT: Adjustable HT voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.00625V
increment
- vSB: Adjustable SB voltage at 0.00500V increment
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)
- Internal Base Clock tuning from 100MHz up to 600MHz at
1MHz increment
- PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz
at 1MHz increment
Overclocking Protection
- ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
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Back panel I/O ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x Power eSATA port (green) 1 x eSATA port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel Audio I/O ports
Internal I/O connectors
1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 3 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 2 x 3-pin) 1 x Power Fan connector (1 x 3-pin) 1 x IEEE1394a connector 1 x COM connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! button 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch
BIOS features
32 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2,
Manageability
WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE
Support DVD contents
Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form factor
ATX form factor: 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
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Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for buying an ASUS® M5A99X EVO motherboard!
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.

1.2 Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
User Manual
ASUS M5A99X EVO
motherboard
User guide Support DVD
4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ASUS Q-Shield
1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge
connector
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1.3 Special features

1.3.1 Product highlights

AMD® FX™-Series / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series Processors (socket AM3+/AM3)
This motherboard supports AMD® AM3+/AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dual­channel DDR3 1866 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the new 32nm manufacturing process.
AMD® 990X Chipset
AMD® 990X Chipset is designed to support up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and PCI Express™ 2.0 x16 graphics. It is optimized with AMD®’s latest AM3+ and multi-core CPUs to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities.
Dual-Channel DDR3 2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1800 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 support
The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1800 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance.
Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support
The motherboard’s powerful AMD® 9900X platform optimizes PCIe allocation in multiple-GPU configurations of either SLI™ or CrossFireX™. This allows you to enjoy a never before­experienced brand new gaming style.
AMD® SB950 Chipset
The AMD® SB950 Southbridge natively supports the next generation SATA 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate and PCI Express 2.0 interface.
Complete USB 3.0 Integration
ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel – 4 USB 3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. The M5A99X EVO affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity.
Front Panel USB 3.0 Support
ASUS provides standardized USB 3.0 front panel support which is compatible with any chassis. Enjoy faster throughput of USB 3.0 without relegating cables or hard-to-reach rear I/O.
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1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM

The world’s first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered the use of two onboard chips—EPU (Energy Processing Unit) and TPU (TurboV Processing Unit). New generation Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM digital power design launch control into a new era, empowering users with superior flexibility and perfect precision to ensure optimized performance, extreme system stability and greater power efficiency.
DIGI+ VRM
The new ASUS DIGI+ VRM design upgrades motherboard power delivery to a digital standard. The 6+2 digital architecture delivers twice the precision power, intelligently adjusting PWM voltage and frequency modulation with minimal power loss through BIOS tuning and exclusive user interface to increase over-clocking range while performance reaches its full potential. It also adjusts frequencies dynamically, cutting radiation interference by half to enhance system stability through enabling VRM spread spectrum. The DIGI+ VRM digital power design empowers users with superior flexibility and perfect precision to ensure optimized performance, extreme system stability, and greater power efficiency.
2X Precise Power Control
ASUS DIGI+ VRM delivers twice the precision power, intelligently adjusting PWM voltage and frequency modulation to minimize power loss while performance reaches its full potential.
TPU
Unleash your performance with ASUS’ simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through Auto Tuning and TurboV functions. Auto tuning offers a user friendly way to automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for optimized performance in diverse situations.
EPU
Tap into the world’s first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity.

1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features

MemOK!
MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to patch memory issues. MemOK! determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your system boot success.
AI Suite II
With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple to use software package. It allows users to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This all-in-one software offers diverse and ease to use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities.
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1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution

ASUS Fanless Design—Heat-pipe solution
The ASUS heat-pipe features 0-dB thermal solution that offers you a noiseless PC environment. Its beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment and the heat-pipe design lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat­exchange. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS heat-pipe gives you an extremely silent and cooling experience with its elegant appearance.
DO NOT uninstall the heat-pipe by yourself. Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance.
ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC’s loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.

1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY

ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode)
The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface, offering a user­friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system. The exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently­accessed setup info, while the Advance Mode is for experienced performance enthusiasts that demand far more intricate system settings.
Supports Hard Drives over 2.2TB
ASUS UEFI BIOS natively supports hard drives larger than 2.2TB in 64-bit, with full storage space utilization, helping deliver far more exciting computing than traditional BIOS versions!
ASUS Q-Design
ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. All of Q-LED, Q-Slot, and Q-DIMM design speed up and simplify the DIY process!
ASUS Q-Shield
The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).
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ASUS Q-Connector
ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections.
ASUS EZ-Flash 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility.

1.3.6 Other special features

Power eSATA on the Go
The Power eSATA solution combines the eSATA connector and power source together, allowing you to use external SATA devices without the need of additional power source*. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents on external devices.
* Power eSATA requires a specially designed signal cable to provide 5V power for the external
SATA device. The cable is purchased separately.
DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC
DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5.1 surround experience through the most common PC audio setups—your existing stereo speakers or headphones. In addition to virtual surround, “Bass enhancement” provides stronger low frequency bass sound, and “Voice clarification” provides clear human dialogue even with loud background sound. With these technologies, you may experience a better home-theater audio with ease.
ErP Ready
The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.
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ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-1

2.1 Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

Chapter 2: Hardware information

Chapter 2
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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 Motherboard overview

2.2.1 Motherboard layout

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Layout contents
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page
1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2-28
2. AM3+ CPU Socket 2-4
3. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2/3, 3-pin PWR_FAN)
2-26
4. DDR3 DIMM slots 2-6
5. MemOK! switch 2-16
6. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 2-23
7. Standby power LED (SB_PWR)
2-19
8. JMicron JMB362 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_E1/E2)
2-22
9. AMD® SB950 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1–6)
2-21
10. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)
2-15
11. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)
2-29
12. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 2-27
13. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314)
2-24
14. EPU switch 2-18
15. TPU switch 2-17
16. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 2-25
17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-27
18. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)
2-25
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2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with an AM3+/AM3 socket designed for AMD® FX™-Series / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series Processors.
The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD Opteron processor. Ensure that 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!
Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
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Recommended memory congurations

2.2.3 System 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.
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Memory congurations
You may install 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.
Due to the CPU spec., AMD AM3 100 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz.
When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs.
Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following:
- Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS.
- Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the
motherboard. For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us.
This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB).
The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section
3.4 Ai Tweaker menu
for manual memory
frequency adjustment.
For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.
M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 MHz capability for AM3+ CPU
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/DSChip
Brand
Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support (Optional)
1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM
A-DATA AX3U2000GB2G9B(XMP) 2GB DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.55~1.75 •
CORSAIR CMT6GX3M3A2000C8(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - - 8-9-8-24 1.65
Crucial BL12864BE2009.8SFB3(EPP) 1GB SS - - 9-9-9-28 2
KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65
AEXEA AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65
Silicon Power SP002GBLYU200S02(XMP) 2GB DS - - - -
Team TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 1.6
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M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1800 MHz capability for AMD AM3+ CPU
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/ DS
Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support (Optional)
1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM
G.SKILL F3-14400CL6D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 6-8-6-24 1.65
G.SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.6
KINGSTON KHX1800C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - - 1.65
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/DSChip
Brand
Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support (Optional)
1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM
CORSAIR TR3X6G1866C9DVer4.1(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65
CORSAIR
CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB )
DS
- -
9-10-9-27
1.5
G.SKILL F3-15000CL9D-4GBRH (XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65
G.SKILL F3-15000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65
G.SKILL F3-14900CL9D-8GBSR(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 9-10-9-28 1.5
KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3/3GX(XMP) 3GB ( 3x 1GB ) SS - - - 1.65
KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9 1.65
OCZ
OCZ3G1866LV4GK 4GB ( 2x 2GB )
DS
- -
10-10-10
1.65
OCZ OCZ3P1866C9LV6GK 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9 1.65
Super Talent W1866UX2G8(XMP) 2GB(2 x 1GB) SS - - 8-8-8-24 -
Team TXD32048M1866C9(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-16 9-9-9-24 1.65
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/DSChip
Brand
Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support (Optional)
1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM
A-DATA AX3U2000GC4G9B(XMP) 4GB DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.55~1.75 •
Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-27 -
CORSAIR CMT6GX3M3A2000C8(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - - 8-9-8-24 1.65
G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBRH(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65
G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65
G.SKILL F3-16000CL9T-6GBTD(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.6
G.SKILL F3-16000CL7Q-8GBFLS(XMP) 8GB(4 x 2GB) DS - - 7-9-7-24 1.65
GEIL GUP34GB2000C9DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-28 1.65
KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 9 1.65
KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3W1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - - 9 1.65
Transcend TX2000KLN-8GK (388375)(XMP) 4GB DS - - 1.6
AEXEA AXA3ES2G2000LG28V(XMP) 2GB DS - - - 1.65
AEXEA AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65
Patriot PX7312G2000ELK(XMP) 12GB ( 3x 4GB ) DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.65
Team TXD32048M2000C9(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 1.5
Team TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288LT-20 9-9-9-24 1.5
Team TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 1.6
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M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1866 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU
M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1800 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/ DS
Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support (Optional)
1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM
G.SKILL F3-14400CL6D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 6-8-6-24 1.65
G.SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.6
KINGSTON KHX1800C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - - 1.65
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/DSChip
Brand
Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support (Optional)
1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM
CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 9-10-9-27 1.5
G.SKILL
F3-15000CL9D-4GBRH (XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB)
DS
- -
9-9-9-24
1.65
G.SKILL F3-15000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65
KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3/3GX(XMP) 3GB ( 3x 1GB ) SS - - - 1.65
KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9 1.65
OCZ OCZ3G1866LV4GK 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 10-10-10 1.65
OCZ OCZ3P1866C9LV6GK 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9 1.65
Super Talent
W1866UX2G8(XMP) 2GB(2 x 1GB)
SS
- -
8-8-8-24 -
Team
TXD32048M1866C9(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-16 9-9-9-24 1.65
M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/DSChip
Brand
Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support (Optional)
1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM
CORSAIR HX3X12G1600C9(XMP) 12GB ( 6x 2GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.6
CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5
CORSAIR CMG4GX3M2A1600C6 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 6-6-6-18 1.65
CORSAIR CMD4GX3M2B1600C8 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65
CORSAIR CMG4GX3M2A1600C6 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 6-6-6-18 1.65
CORSAIR CMX4GX3M2A1600C8(XMP) 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65
CORSAIR CMD4GX3M2A1600C8(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65
CORSAIR CMG4GX3M2A1600C7(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.65
CORSAIR CMX4GX3M2A1600C9(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65
CORSAIR CMP6GX3M3A1600C8(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65
CORSAIR CMP6GX3M3A1600C8(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65
CORSAIR CMX6GX3M3C1600C7(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - - 7-8-7-20 1.65
CORSAIR TR3X6G1600C8D(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65
CORSAIR CMP8GX3M2A1600C9(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65
CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1600C8(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.5
CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5
CORSAIR CMX8GX3M4A1600C9(XMP) 8GB(4 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65
Crucial BL12864BN1608.8FF(XMP) 2GB( 2x 1GB ) SS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65
Crucial BL25664BN1608.16FF(XMP) 2GB DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65
G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D-4GBRH(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-24 1.65
G.SKILL F3-12800CL8D-4GBRM(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.6
G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-4GBECO(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.35
G.SKILL F3-12800CL8T-6GBPI(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-21 1.6~1.65 •
G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D-8GBRH(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 7-8-7-24 1.6
G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-8GBRL(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5
G.SKILL F3-12800CL8D-8GBECO(XMP) 8GB ( 2x4GB ) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.35
GEIL GET316GB1600C9QC(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-28 1.6
GEIL GE34GB1600C9DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-28 1.6
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M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU (Continued)
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/DSChip
Brand
Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support (Optional)
1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM
GEIL GVP38GB1600C8QC(XMP) 8GB ( 4x 2GB ) DS - - 8-8-8-28 1.6
KINGMAX
FLGD45F-B8MF7(XMP) 1GB
SS
- -
-
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP) 12GB( 3x 4GB ) DS N/A - - 1.65
KINGSTON KHX1600C7D3K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65
KINGSTON KHX1600C8D3K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 8 1.65
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65
Kingston KHX1600C9D3LK2/4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65
KINGSTON
KHX1600C9D3X2K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB )
DS
- -
9 1.65
KINGSTON
KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - - 9 1.65
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65
OCZ OCZ3G16004GK 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 8-8-8 1.7
OCZ OCZ3BE1600C8LV4GK 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 8-8-8 1.65
OCZ OCZ3OB1600LV4GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9 1.65
OCZ OCZ3G1600LV6GK
6GB(3 x 2GB)
DS -
- 8-8-8
1.65
OCZ
OCZ3X1600LV6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8 1.65
OCZ OCZ3X1600LV6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8 1.65
Super Talent WP160UX4G8(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 8 -
Super Talent WP160UX4G9(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9 -
Super Talent WB160UX6G8(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - - -
Super Talent WB160UX6G8(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 8 -
AEXEA AXA3PS2G1600S18V(XMP) 2GB DS - - - 1.65
AEXEA AXA3PS4GK1600S18V(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65
Asint SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP) 2GB DS Asint 3128M8-GJ1D - -
EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I16(XMP) 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 9 -
GoodRam GR1600D364L9/2G 2GB DS GoodRam GF1008KC-JN - -
KINGTIGER KTG2G1600PG3(XMP) 2GB DS - - - -
Mushkin 996805(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 6-8-6-24 1.65
Mushkin 998805(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - - 6-8-6-24 1.65
Patriot PX7312G1600LLK(XMP) 12GB ( 3x 4GB ) DS - - 8-9-8-24 1.65
Patriot PGS34G1600LLKA2 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.7
Patriot PGS34G1600LLKA 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.7
PATRIOT PGS34G1600LLKA 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.7
Patriot PVT36G1600LLK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65
Patriot PX538G1600LLK(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 8-9-8-24 1.65
Team TXD31024M1600C8-D(XMP) 1GB SS Team T3D1288RT-16 8-8-8-24 1.65
Team TXD32048M1600HC8-D(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-16 8-8-8-24 1.65
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Vendor Part No. Size
SS/ DS
Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support (Optional)
1 DIMM2 DIMM4 DIMM
Apacer 78.01GC6.9L0 1GB SS Apacer AM5D5808DEJSBG 9 -
Apacer
78.A1GC6.9L1
2GB DS
Apacer AM5D5808FEQSBG
9
-
CORSAIR TW3X4G1333C9A 4GB ( 2x
2GB )
DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5
CORSAIR CMX8GX3M2A1333C9(XMP) 8GB ( 2x
4GB )
DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5
CORSAIR CMX8GX3M4A1333C9 8GB(4 x
2GB)
DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5
Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF 1GB SS MICRON D9KPT 9 -
Crucial BL25664BN1337.16FF(XMP) 2GB DS - - 7-7-7-24 1.65
Crucial
CT25664BA1339.16FF
2GB DS
MICRON D9KPT
9
-
Crucial CT25672BA1339.18FF 2GB DS MICRON D9KPT(ECC) 9 -
ELPIDA EBJ10UE8BDF0-DJ-F 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108BDSE-DJ-F - -
ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-DJ-F 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - -
ELPIDA EBJ20UF8BCF0-DJ-F 2GB SS Elpida J2108BCSE-DJ-F - -
ELPIDA EBJ21UE8BDF0-DJ-F 2GB DS ELPIDA J1108BDSE-DJ-F - -
G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-4GBNT 4GB ( 2x
2GB )
DS G.SKILL D3 128M8CE9 2GB 9-9-9-24 1.5
G.SKILL F3-10666CL8D-
4GBHK(XMP)
4GB ( 2x 2GB )
DS - - 8-8-8-21 1.5
G.SKILL F3-10666CL7D-
4GBRH(XMP)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
DS - - 7-7-7-21 1.5
G.SKILL F3-10666CL8D-
4GBECO(XMP)
4GB(2 x 2GB)
DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.35
G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL 8GB ( 2x
4GB )
DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5
G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL 8GB ( 2x
4GB )
DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5
GEIL GET316GB1333C9QC 16GB (
4x 4GB )
DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5
GEIL GG34GB1333C9DC 4GB ( 2x
2GB )
DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA115FW 9-9-9-24 1.3
GEIL GB34GB1333C7DC 4GB(2 x
2GB)
DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA15FW 7-7-7-24 1.5
GEIL GG34GB1333C9DC 4GB(2 x
2GB)
DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA12N 9-9-9-24 1.3
GEIL GV34GB1333C7DC 4GB(2 x
2GB)
DS - - 7-7-7-24 1.5
GEIL GVP38GB1333C7QC 8GB ( 4x
2GB )
DS - - 7-7-7-24 1.5
Hynix HMT112U6TFR8A-H9 1GB SS Hynix H5TC1G83TFR - -
Hynix HMT325U6BFR8C-H9 2GB SS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFR - -
Hynix HMT125U6BFR8C-H9 2GB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83BFRH9C 9 -
Hynix HMT125U6TFR8A-H9 2GB DS Hynix H5TC1G83TFR - -
Hynix HMT351U6BFR8C-H9 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFR - -
KINGMAX FLFE85F-C8KM9 2GB SS Kingmax KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A - -
KINGMAX FLFE85F-B8KL9 2GB DS KINGMAX KFB8FNLXL-BNF-15A - -
KINGMAX FLFF65F-C8KM9 4GB DS Kingmax KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A - -
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/1G 1GB SS Elpida J1108BDSE-DJ-F 9 1.5
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/2G 2GB DS Kingston D1288JPNDPLD9U 9 1.5
Kingston KHX1333C9D3UK2/
4GX(XMP)
4GB ( 2x 2GB )
DS - - 9 1.25
KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9K2/4G 4GB ( 2x
2GB )
DS KINGSTON D1288JEMFPGD9U - 1.5
MICRON MT4JTF12864AZ-1G4D1 1GB SS Micron D9LGQ - -
MICRON MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4D1 2GB SS Micron D9LGK - -
MICRON MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4D1 2GB SS Micron D9LGK - -
MICRON MT16JTF51264AZ-1G4D1 4GB DS Micron D9LGK - -
OCZ OCZ3RPR13332GK 2GB ( 2x
1GB )
SS - - 6-6-6 1.75
OCZ OCZ3P1333LV3GK 3GB(3 x
1GB)
SS - - 7-7-7 1.65
OCZ OCZ3G1333LV4GK 4GB ( 2x
2GB )
DS - - 9-9-9 1.65
M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU
ASUS M5A99X EVO 2-11
Chapter 2
M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU (continued)
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/ DS
Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support (Optional)
1 DIMM2 DIMM4 DIMM
OCZ OCZ3RPR13334GK 4GB ( 2x
2GB )
DS - - 6-6-6 1.75
OCZ
OCZ3P1333LV4GK
4GB(2 x 2GB)
DS
- -
7-7-7
1.65
OCZ OCZX1333LV6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x
2GB)
DS NA - 8-8-8 1.6
OCZ OCZ3G1333LV8GK 8GB ( 2x
4GB )
DS - - 9-9-9 1.65
OCZ OCZ3G1333LV8GK 8GB ( 2x
4GB )
DS - - 9-9-9 1.65
OCZ OCZ3RPR1333C9LV8GK 8GB ( 2x
4GB )
DS - - 9-9-9 1.65
PSC PC310600U-9-10-A0 1GB SS PSC A3P1GF3FGF - -
PSC
AL8F8G73D-DG1
2GB DS
PSC A3P1GF3DGF
-
-
PSC PC310600U-9-10-B0 2GB DS PSC A3P1GF3FGF - -
SAMSUNG M378B2873EH1-CH9 1GB SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846E - -
SAMSUNG M378B2873FHS-CH9 1GB SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F - -
SAMSUNG M378B5773DH0-CH9 2GB SS Samsung K4B2G08460 - -
SAMSUNG M378B5673FH0-CH9 2GB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F - -
SAMSUNG M378B5273BH1-CH9 4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846B-HCH9 9 -
SAMSUNG M378B5273CH0-CH9 4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C K4B2G0846C -
SAMSUNG M378B5273DH0-CH9 4GB DS Samsung K4B2G08460 - -
SAMSUNG M378B1G73AH0-CH9 8GB DS SAMSUNG K4B4G0846A-HCH9 - -
Transcend TS256MLK64V3N (566577) 2GB SS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFR 9 -
Transcend TS256MLK64V3N (574206) 2GB SS Micron D9LGK 9 -
Transcend TS512MLK64V3N (389889) 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFR 9 -
Transcend TS512MLK64V3N (574831) 4GB DS Micron D9LGK 9 -
ACTICA ACT1GHU64B8F1333S 1GB SS Samsung K4B1G0846F - -
ACTICA ACT1GHU72C8G1333S 1GB SS Samsung K4B1G0846F(ECC) - -
ACTICA ACT2GHU64B8G1333M 2GB DS Micron D9KPT - -
ACTICA ACT2GHU64B8G1333S 2GB DS Samsung K4B1G0846F - -
ACTICA ACT2GHU72D8G1333M 2GB DS Micron D9KPT(ECC) - -
ACTICA ACT2GHU72D8G1333S 2GB DS Samsung K4B1G0846F(ECC) - -
ACTICA ACT4GHU64B8H1333H 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR - -
ACTICA ACT4GHU72D8H1333H 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR(ECC) - -
BUFFALO D3U1333-1G 1GB SS Elpida J1108BFBG-DJ-F - -
BUFFALO FSH1333D3G-T3G(XMP) 3GB(3 x
1GB)
SS - - 7-7-7-20 -
BUFFALO D3U1333-2G 2GB DS Elpida J1108BFBG-DJ-F -
BUFFALO D3U1333-4G 4GB DS NANYA NT5CB256M8BN-CG -
EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I13 4GB(2 x
2GB)
DS - - 9 -
Elixir M2F2G64CB88B7N-CG 2GB SS Elixir N2CB2G808N-CG - -
Elixir M2F4G64CB8HB5N-CG 4GB DS Elixir N2CB2G808N-CG - -
GoodRam GR1333D364L9/2G 2GB DS Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H - -
KINGTIGER F10DA2T1680 2GB DS KINGTIGER KTG1333PS1208NST-C9 - -
KINGTIGER KTG2G1333PG3 2GB DS - - - -
Patriot PSD32G13332 2GB DS Prtriot PM128M8D3BU-15 9 -
Patriot PGS34G1333LLKA 4GB(2 x
2GB)
DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.7
Patriot PVS34G1333ELK 4GB(2 x
2GB)
DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5
Patriot PVS34G1333LLK 4GB(2 x
2GB)
DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.7
Silicon Power SP001GBLTE133S01 1GB SS NANYA NT5CB128M8AN-CG - -
Silicon Power SP001GBLTU1333S01 1GB SS NANYA NT5CB128M8AN-CG - -
Silicon Power SP002GBLTE133S01 2GB DS NANYA NT5CB128M8AN-CG - -
Silicon Power SP002GBLTU133S02 2GB DS S-POWER I0YT3E0 9 -
Team TXD31024M1333C7(XMP) 1GB SS Team T3D1288LT-13 7-7-7-21 1.75
Team TXD31048M1333C7-D(XMP) 1GB SS Team T3D1288LT-13 7-7-7-21 1.75
Team TXD32048M1333C7-D(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288LT-13 7-7-7-21 1.5-1.6 •
Team TXD32048M1333C7-D(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288LT-13 7-7-7-21 1.5-1.6 •
2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2
Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided
DIMM support:
1 DIMM:
Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory
configuration. We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot.
2 DIMMs:
Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the black slots as one pair of
Dual-channel memory configuration.
4 DIMMs:
Supports four (4) modules inserted into the black slots as two pairs of Dual-
channel memory configuration.
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M5A99X EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1067 MHz capability for AMD AM3 CPU
Vendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support (Optional)
1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM
Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS MICRON D9KPT 7 -
Crucial
CT12864BA1067.8SFD 1GB
SS
MICRON D9JNL
7
-
Crucial CT12872BA1067.9FF 1GB SS MICRON D9KPT(ECC) 7 -
Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS MICRON D9KPT 7 -
Crucial CT25664BA1067.16SFD 2GB DS MICRON D9JNL 7 -
Crucial CT25672BA1067.18FF 2GB DS MICRON D9KPT(ECC) 7 -
ELPIDA EBJ10UE8BAW0-AE-E 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108BABG-DJ-E 7 -
ELPIDA
EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F 1GB
SS
ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F
-
-
ELPIDA EBJ21UE8BAW0-AE-E 2GB DS ELPIDA J1108BABG-DJ-E 7 -
ELPIDA EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F 2GB DS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - -
GEIL GG34GB1066C8DC 4GB ( 2x
2GB )
DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA115FW 8-8-8-20 1.3
Hynix HMT112U6AFP8C-G7N0 1GB SS HYNIX H5TQ1G83AFPG7C 7 -
Hynix HYMT112U64ZNF8-G7 1GB SS HYNIX HY5TQ1G831ZNFP-G7 7 -
Hynix HMT125U6AFP8C-G7N0 2GB DS HYNIX H5TQ1G83AFPG7C 7 -
Hynix HYMT125U64ZNF8-G7 2GB DS HYNIX HY5TQ1G831ZNFP-G7 7 -
Kingston KVR1066D3N7/1G 1GB SS Kingston D1288JPNDPLD9U 7 1.5
Kingston KVR1066D3N7/2G 2GB DS Elpida J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 1.5
KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7K2/4G 4GB ( 2x
2GB )
DS KINGSTON D1288JELDNGD9U - 1.5
MICRON MT8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1 1GB SS MICRON 8ZF22 D9KPV 7 -
MICRON MT16JTF25664AZ-
1G1F1
2GB DS MICRON 8ZF22 D9KPV 7 -
SAMSUNG M378B5273BH1-CF8 4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846B-HCF8 8 1.5
Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC5N-BE 2GB DS Elixir N2CB1G80CN-BE - -
Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC9N-BE 2GB DS - - - -
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