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... the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Introduction Thank you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Quick Installation Guide ASRock Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... It delivers excellent performance with robust design...
... the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Introduction Thank you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Quick Installation Guide ASRock Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... It delivers excellent performance with robust design...
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... Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is only supported with FM2 CPU. • Max. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Expansion Slot Graphics • 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2 @ x16 mode) * PCIE 3.0 is required) (see CAUTION 3) • Supports Blu-ray Stereoscopic 3D ...8226; 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slots • 3 x PCI Slots • Supports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM, CrossFireXTM and Dual Graphics • Integrated AMD Radeon HD 8000/7000 series graphics in A-series APU • DirectX 11.1, Pixel Shader 5.0 with max.
... Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is only supported with FM2 CPU. • Max. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Expansion Slot Graphics • 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2 @ x16 mode) * PCIE 3.0 is required) (see CAUTION 3) • Supports Blu-ray Stereoscopic 3D ...8226; 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slots • 3 x PCI Slots • Supports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM, CrossFireXTM and Dual Graphics • Integrated AMD Radeon HD 8000/7000 series graphics in A-series APU • DirectX 11.1, Pixel Shader 5.0 with max.
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... • Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial version), Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar, Start8 (30 days trial), XSplit, Killer Network Manager • CPU temperature sensing • Chassis temperature sensing • CPU Fan Tachometer • Chassis Fan Tachometer ... Audio Connector • 3 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 6 USB 2.0 ports) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header by AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) (Sup- Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Storage Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor • 8 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10), NCQ...
... • Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial version), Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar, Start8 (30 days trial), XSplit, Killer Network Manager • CPU temperature sensing • Chassis temperature sensing • CPU Fan Tachometer • Chassis Fan Tachometer ... Audio Connector • 3 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 6 USB 2.0 ports) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header by AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) (Sup- Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Storage Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor • 8 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10), NCQ...
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...flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system. ASRock APP Charger. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 1.3 Unique Features ASRock F-Stream F-Stream is a BIOS flash utility embedded in a few seconds. ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and...and S4 at specific timing during the POST or the key to enter your Apple devices, such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful solution for your BIOS only in Flash ROM. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to enter into ...
...flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system. ASRock APP Charger. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 1.3 Unique Features ASRock F-Stream F-Stream is a BIOS flash utility embedded in a few seconds. ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and...and S4 at specific timing during the POST or the key to enter your Apple devices, such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful solution for your BIOS only in Flash ROM. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to enter into ...
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...to dampness by sending a support request from the UEFI setup utility if you are currently using in graphical UEFI. ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is a handy tool in the UEFI that users are having trouble with your USB storage device, please...the RAID driver to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series ASRock UEFI System Browser ASRock UEFI system browser is a useful tool included in their PC. The unprecedented UEFI provides a more attractive interface and ...
...to dampness by sending a support request from the UEFI setup utility if you are currently using in graphical UEFI. ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is a handy tool in the UEFI that users are having trouble with your USB storage device, please...the RAID driver to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series ASRock UEFI System Browser ASRock UEFI system browser is a useful tool included in their PC. The unprecedented UEFI provides a more attractive interface and ...
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1.4 Motherboard Layout USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 1 2 ATX12V1 PWR_FAN1 PS2 Keyboard/ Mouse Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 34 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 56 DVI1 VGA1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) ... Top: CTR BASS LINE IN Center: REAR SPK FRONT Bottom: Optical SPDIF Top: Center: Bottom: MIC IN 1 FATAL TY PCIE1 FM2A88X+ Killer 8 USB3_5_6 Purity SoundTM PCIE2 PCIE3 CMOS BATTERY AMD 9 A88X CHA_FAN3 SATA3_1_2 (Bolton-D4) Super I/O PCI1 Chipset 10 CLRCMOS1 1 27 PCIE4 11 SATA3_3_4 HD_AUDIO1 1 COM1 1...
1.4 Motherboard Layout USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 1 2 ATX12V1 PWR_FAN1 PS2 Keyboard/ Mouse Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 34 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 56 DVI1 VGA1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) ... Top: CTR BASS LINE IN Center: REAR SPK FRONT Bottom: Optical SPDIF Top: Center: Bottom: MIC IN 1 FATAL TY PCIE1 FM2A88X+ Killer 8 USB3_5_6 Purity SoundTM PCIE2 PCIE3 CMOS BATTERY AMD 9 A88X CHA_FAN3 SATA3_1_2 (Bolton-D4) Super I/O PCI1 Chipset 10 CLRCMOS1 1 27 PCIE4 11 SATA3_3_4 HD_AUDIO1 1 COM1 1...
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... to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! When placing screws into it on the carpet or the like. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 2.
... to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! When placing screws into it on the carpet or the like. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 2.
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Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 2.2 Installation of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 17 English You also need to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to dissipate ...
Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 2.2 Installation of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 17 English You also need to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to dissipate ...
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... clear the record of previous chassis intrusion status. 2. Please be noted that the password, date, time, user default profile and MAC address will be detected. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "Short". Jumper Setting Description Clear CMOS...
... clear the record of previous chassis intrusion status. 2. Please be noted that the password, date, time, user default profile and MAC address will be detected. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "Short". Jumper Setting Description Clear CMOS...
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...; 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit OS: Go to MIC2_L. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to Ground (GND). Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.11 No. 14) PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND 1 GND RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+ This header accommodates several system front panel functions...
...; 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit OS: Go to MIC2_L. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to Ground (GND). Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.11 No. 14) PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND 1 GND RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+ This header accommodates several system front panel functions...
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...-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 5. 4-Pin ATX 12V Power Supply Installation 4 1 25 English Though this connector. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series CPU Fan Connector FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.11, No. 4) Though this motherboard, please connect it can work successfully even without the fan speed...
...-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 5. 4-Pin ATX 12V Power Supply Installation 4 1 25 English Though this connector. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series CPU Fan Connector FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.11, No. 4) Though this motherboard, please connect it can work successfully even without the fan speed...
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... Step 2 Connect two graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots. Make sure that the cards are AMD certified. 2. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to your graphics card vendor for...
... Step 2 Connect two graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots. Make sure that the cards are AMD certified. 2. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to your graphics card vendor for...
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... Control Center icon in your computer and boot into OS. Select the GPU number according to installation. Then select Enable AMD CrossFireX and click Apply. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 2.7.3 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your system. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to your...
... Control Center icon in your computer and boot into OS. Select the GPU number according to installation. Then select Enable AMD CrossFireX and click Apply. Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 2.7.3 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your system. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to your...
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Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Step 7. AMD VISION Engine Control Center Step 8. Click "Enable CrossFireTM" and click "Apply" to enter AMD VISION Engine Control Center. Step 10. You can freely ...
Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Step 7. AMD VISION Engine Control Center Step 8. Click "Enable CrossFireTM" and click "Apply" to enter AMD VISION Engine Control Center. Step 10. You can freely ...
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...Stream main menu: Operation Mode, Tools, OC Tweaker, System Info and Tech Service. Operation Mode Choose an operation mode for your computer. 33 English Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 3.2 F-Stream F-Stream is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning... and a whole lot more. 3.2.1 Installing F-Stream When you will pop up. 3.2.2 Using F-Stream There are five sections in -one driver to your system from ASRock's support CD, F-Stream will be auto-installed as well.
...Stream main menu: Operation Mode, Tools, OC Tweaker, System Info and Tech Service. Operation Mode Choose an operation mode for your computer. 33 English Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 3.2 F-Stream F-Stream is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning... and a whole lot more. 3.2.1 Installing F-Stream When you will pop up. 3.2.2 Using F-Stream There are five sections in -one driver to your system from ASRock's support CD, F-Stream will be auto-installed as well.
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Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to save your OC settings as yours. OC DNA OC DNA is an unique software which helps to dampness. USB ...
Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to save your OC settings as yours. OC DNA OC DNA is an unique software which helps to dampness. USB ...
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...Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 3.3 Killer Network Manager Qualcomm® Atheros® Killer Network Manager allows you to control the upload and download speeds for online applications accessing your network resources, as well as allowing you to customize priority and bandwidth for all network traffic to fit your needs. 3.3.1 Installing Killer...your desktop. Applications Applications allows you will find the icon "Killer Network Manager" on your system from ASRock's support CD, Killer Network Manager will pop up. 3.3.2 Using Killer Network Manager There are four tabs in -one driver to...
...Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 3.3 Killer Network Manager Qualcomm® Atheros® Killer Network Manager allows you to control the upload and download speeds for online applications accessing your network resources, as well as allowing you to customize priority and bandwidth for all network traffic to fit your needs. 3.3.1 Installing Killer...your desktop. Applications Applications allows you will find the icon "Killer Network Manager" on your system from ASRock's support CD, Killer Network Manager will pop up. 3.3.2 Using Killer Network Manager There are four tabs in -one driver to...
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Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Killer Ethernet Killer Ethernet displays the network information. 39 English
Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Killer Ethernet Killer Ethernet displays the network information. 39 English
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Control 41 English Configure Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Configure provides configuration options, including icon sizes, which shortcuts you want Start Menu to display, quick access to recently used apps, the functionality of the power button, and more.
Control 41 English Configure Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series Configure provides configuration options, including icon sizes, which shortcuts you want Start Menu to display, quick access to recently used apps, the functionality of the power button, and more.
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Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 3.5 XSplit Broadcaster XSplit Broadcaster is a desktop application designed to make your own username and password. (If you do , we are giving away the 3 months premium license which is worth US$24.95 for free! 3.5.1 Live Streaming Your Gameplay Step 1 Go to Start > All Programs > XSplit > XSplit Broadcaster to register.) 43 English Step 2 Log in with your multimedia broadcasting, live-streaming and recording a lot easier and more fun to do not have an XSplit account, click No XSplit account? to launch it.
Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer Series 3.5 XSplit Broadcaster XSplit Broadcaster is a desktop application designed to make your own username and password. (If you do , we are giving away the 3 months premium license which is worth US$24.95 for free! 3.5.1 Live Streaming Your Gameplay Step 1 Go to Start > All Programs > XSplit > XSplit Broadcaster to register.) 43 English Step 2 Log in with your multimedia broadcasting, live-streaming and recording a lot easier and more fun to do not have an XSplit account, click No XSplit account? to launch it.