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ASUS M5A97 R2.0 AM3+ Motherboard - ATX, Socket AM3+, AMD 970 Chipset, AMD FX, 2133MHz DDR3 (O.C.), SATA 6.0 Gb/s, RAID, 8-CH Audio, Gigabit LAN, USB 3.0, CrossFireX ReadyItem#: A455-9700 | Model#: M5A97 R2.0
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ASUS M5A97 R2.0 AM3+ Motherboard Product Details
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ASUS M5A97 R2.0 AM3+ Motherboard
Build a powerful system foundation with the ASUS M5A97 R2.0 AM3+ Motherboard. Using a Socket AM3+, this motherboard is compatible with Sempron, Athlon II and Phenom II processors to give you the performance that you are longing for. Plus, it is CrossFireX Ready to let you install multiple GPU for ultra-immersive visual quality. This motherboard has four memory slots to support up to 32GB of memory. Experience whopping data transfer speeds with its SATA III interface, PCI Express X16 Slots, and USB 3.0 interface. Additional features include Network iControl for real-time network bandwidth control; DirectKey to directly access the BIOS; and USB 3.0 Boost that offers faster USB 3.0 transmission with UASP. Integrate all your powerful components with the ASUS M5A97 R2.0 AM3+ Motherboard, buy it now!
What It Is And Why You Need It:
- Socket AM3+; supports Sempron, Athlon II and Phenom II processors
- Four memory slots; install up to 32GB of memory
- SATA III interface, PCI Express X16 Slots, and USB 3.0 interface; offers high-speed data transfers
- Gigabit LAN; provides a high-speed network connection
- CrossFireX Ready; connect multiple GPUs for optimum visual performance
A Closer Look:
Specifications
Motherboard Specifications |
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| Processor Socket | AMD | ||||||||
| Processor Interface | Socket AM3+ | ||||||||
| Form Factor | ATX | ||||||||
| Processors Supported | Sempron | ||||||||
| Athlon II | |||||||||
| Phenom II | |||||||||
| AMD FX | |||||||||
| Multi-GPU Support | CrossFireX Ready | ||||||||
Chipset |
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| Northbridge | AMD 970 | ||||||||
| Southbridge | SB950 | ||||||||
Memory |
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| Memory Type | DDR3 | ||||||||
| Memory Supported | DDR3 1866 MHz | ||||||||
| DDR3 1600 MHz | |||||||||
| DDR3 1333 MHz | |||||||||
| DDR3 1066 MHz | |||||||||
| DDR3 2133 MHz (O.C.) | |||||||||
| Maximum Memory Supported | 32GB | ||||||||
| Number of Slots | 4 | ||||||||
Audio |
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| Channels | 8 Channels | ||||||||
| Audio Chipset | Realtek ALC887 | ||||||||
LAN |
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| LAN Type | 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit | ||||||||
I/O Ports |
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| PS/2 Keyboard Connectors | 1 | ||||||||
| PS/2 Mouse Connectors | 1 | ||||||||
| USB Ports (Total) | 8 | ||||||||
| USB 3.0 Ports | 2 | ||||||||
| LAN Ports | 1 | ||||||||
| Audio Out Jacks | 6 | ||||||||
| ATX Power Connectors | 1 24-pin EATX Power Connector | ||||||||
| 1 4-pin ATX 12V Power Connector | |||||||||
| Fan Connectors | 3 x Chassis | ||||||||
| 1 x CPU | |||||||||
| S/PDIF Connectors | 1 | ||||||||
Expansion Slots |
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| PCI Slots | 2 | ||||||||
| PCI Express X1 Slots | 2 | ||||||||
| PCI Express X16 Slots | 2 | ||||||||
RAID |
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| RAID Support | Yes | ||||||||
| RAID Modes | 0 | ||||||||
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Dimensions |
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| Length | 12 inch | ||||||||
| Width | 9 inch | ||||||||
Customer Reviews
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4.8- Features
- 4.6
- Quality
- 4.7
- Performance
- 4.7
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5.0
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- 5.0
- Reviewer:
- StrahdZ,
- Date:
- May 18, 2013
Works
Everything was as expected. Easy to install. No problems. The basic bios has been dumbed down completely. The advanced bios lets you do whatever you want. Good for all levels of users. If you want to over clock and have no clue, it's one button. If you know what you are doing and want to tweak the F out of it, it's there.
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4.8
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- 5.0
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- 4.0
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- 5.0
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- 5.0
- Reviewer:
- FLETCH
- Date:
- May 15, 2013
Awsome MB
PROS: -memOK feature -I love the BIOS -User friendly OC features(maybe too friendly) -32 Gb support -Dual BIOS CONS: -No onboard GPU for for backup -No onboard USB 3.0 header -SATA ports could have been placed better.
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4.0
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- 4.0
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- 3.0
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- 4.0
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- 5.0
- Reviewer:
- dwd
- Date:
- Apr 28, 2013
Very Good
Over the years I have put together many computers and the motherboards of choice includes Asus at the top of the list. The only criticism is they (all manufactures) do not include enough PCI slots. I have picked up components that I would like to include in my new builds but cannot without 'buying' something more!
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4.8
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- 5.0
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- 5.0
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- 5.0
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- 4.0
- Reviewer:
- rd310,
- Date:
- Apr 23, 2013
NIce MB for the price
Just installed this mb and is working great. Case had front usb3.0 so the 3.0 connector was big plus. Bios is easy to use and there are more sata ports than I will ever need. Would definitely recommend this board.
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5.0
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- 5.0
- Features
- 5.0
- Quality
- 5.0
- Performance
- 5.0
- Reviewer:
- naturalist2,
- Date:
- Apr 22, 2013
Nice Motherboard
First time I have had an ASUS motherboard. The bios really blew me away, you can use your mouse! Drag and drop the image of the device for boot sequence, really! I love that there are four slots for memory, plus that it handles Sata 3 and USB 3.0. Good deal for the money, would recommend.
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