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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A88T-I Deluxe specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A88T-I Deluxe specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and ...
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...174; RTL8112L Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET 2 (continued on the next page) ix With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to www.amd.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified ... a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Optical & Coaxial S/PDIF Out ports at back I Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio LAN AMD®...shared memory of 1GB Supports Hybrid CrossFireX™ * Refer to 1920x1200@60Hz Supports DVI with max. M4A88T-I /O * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a (6+2)-...
...174; RTL8112L Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET 2 (continued on the next page) ix With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to www.amd.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified ... a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Optical & Coaxial S/PDIF Out ports at back I Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio LAN AMD®...shared memory of 1GB Supports Hybrid CrossFireX™ * Refer to 1920x1200@60Hz Supports DVI with max. M4A88T-I /O * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a (6+2)-...
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... to 550MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - Turbo Key II ASUS Power Solutions - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - Profile - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the POST screen. vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at the back panel) ASUS Hybrid Processor - M4A88T-I Deluxe specifications summary USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, at the back panel...
... to 550MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - Turbo Key II ASUS Power Solutions - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - Profile - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the POST screen. vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at the back panel) ASUS Hybrid Processor - M4A88T-I Deluxe specifications summary USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, at the back panel...
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xi M4A88T-I Deluxe specifications summary Back panel I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) Form factor Mini-ITX form factor: 6.75 in x 6.75 in (17 cm x 17 cm) * Specifications are subject to change ...
xi M4A88T-I Deluxe specifications summary Back panel I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) Form factor Mini-ITX form factor: 6.75 in x 6.75 in (17 cm x 17 cm) * Specifications are subject to change ...
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...Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe motherboard 2 x Wi-Fi antennas 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact ...™ 3.0-based system bus. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the new 45nm manufacturing process. ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in the long line...
...Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe motherboard 2 x Wi-Fi antennas 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact ...™ 3.0-based system bus. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the new 45nm manufacturing process. ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in the long line...
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.... Get your processor to patch memory issues. Turbo Key II Enjoy superb performance by auto-tuning your system up . ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-3 will show on the motherboard to the fastest clock speeds while maintaining stability. Turbo Key boosts performance with Auto Tuning... Even O.C. Simply activate a dedicated switch on the POST screen. Moreover, upgrade your system boot success. 1.3.2 12 Innovative ASUS features Core Unlocker ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD® CPU- Enjoy an instant performance boost by this motherboard supports. Auto...
.... Get your processor to patch memory issues. Turbo Key II Enjoy superb performance by auto-tuning your system up . ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-3 will show on the motherboard to the fastest clock speeds while maintaining stability. Turbo Key boosts performance with Auto Tuning... Even O.C. Simply activate a dedicated switch on the POST screen. Moreover, upgrade your system boot success. 1.3.2 12 Innovative ASUS features Core Unlocker ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD® CPU- Enjoy an instant performance boost by this motherboard supports. Auto...
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...the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-5 Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you install or remove any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with... • Before you to fine-tune the VCore / VDDNB voltage in 0.006250V steps and DRAM voltage in line with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Green ASUS This motherboard and its power cord. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and...
...the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-5 Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you install or remove any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with... • Before you to fine-tune the VCore / VDDNB voltage in 0.006250V steps and DRAM voltage in line with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Green ASUS This motherboard and its power cord. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and...
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DO NOT overtighten the screws! M4A88T-I DELUXE 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place four screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis.
DO NOT overtighten the screws! M4A88T-I DELUXE 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place four screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis.
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... 1-26 17. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 17.0cm(6.75in) 23 KB_USB56 EATXPWR ATX12V DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 204-pin module) SPDIFO_HDMI DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 204-pin module) M4A88T-I DELUXE SPDIF_O1 DVI ESATA _USB34 _BT SOCKET AM3 CPU_FAN 4 CHA_FAN 5 TURBO_KEY_II 6 ICS 9LPRS477 CORE_UNLOCKER 7 F_PANEL Lithium Cell CMOS Power 17.0cm(6.75in) LAN1 _USB3.0_12 UPD720200F1... fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN and 3-pin CHA_FAN) 5. SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA1~3) 1-21 1-8 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-22 1-26 ASUS M4A88T-I /O AMD® SB710 DRAM_LED 16Mb MemOK!
... 1-26 17. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 17.0cm(6.75in) 23 KB_USB56 EATXPWR ATX12V DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 204-pin module) SPDIFO_HDMI DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 204-pin module) M4A88T-I DELUXE SPDIF_O1 DVI ESATA _USB34 _BT SOCKET AM3 CPU_FAN 4 CHA_FAN 5 TURBO_KEY_II 6 ICS 9LPRS477 CORE_UNLOCKER 7 F_PANEL Lithium Cell CMOS Power 17.0cm(6.75in) LAN1 _USB3.0_12 UPD720200F1... fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN and 3-pin CHA_FAN) 5. SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA1~3) 1-21 1-8 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-22 1-26 ASUS M4A88T-I /O AMD® SB710 DRAM_LED 16Mb MemOK!
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Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M4A88T-I DELUXE M4A88T-I DELUXE CPU socket AM3 2. Press the lever sideways to unlock the Socket lever socket, then lift it fits in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the ...
Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M4A88T-I DELUXE M4A88T-I DELUXE CPU socket AM3 2. Press the lever sideways to unlock the Socket lever socket, then lift it fits in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the ...
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... lever clicks on the motherboard. Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. When the CPU is locked. 6. ASUS M4A88T-I DELUXE CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. You can occur if you fail to the CPU_FAN connector on ...
... lever clicks on the motherboard. Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. When the CPU is locked. 6. ASUS M4A88T-I DELUXE CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. You can occur if you fail to the CPU_FAN connector on ...
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...) Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) sockets. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: M4A88T-I DELUXE DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4A88T-I DELUXE 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-11 A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise...
...) Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) sockets. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: M4A88T-I DELUXE DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4A88T-I DELUXE 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-11 A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise...
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... memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 SO-DIMMs) or overclocking condition. M4A88T-I Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendor A-Data Elpida G.SKILL G.SKILL Hynix Hynix Kingston Kingston Asint Asint TEAM Part No. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. ADATA Elpida G.SKILL G.SKILL Hynix...
... memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 SO-DIMMs) or overclocking condition. M4A88T-I Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendor A-Data Elpida G.SKILL G.SKILL Hynix Hynix Kingston Kingston Asint Asint TEAM Part No. With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. ADATA Elpida G.SKILL G.SKILL Hynix...
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... for the latest QVL. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Part No. ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-13 DIMM socket Timing Voltage support (Optional) A* B* Apacer AS02GFA06C7NBGC 2GB DS Apacer AM5D5808DE JSCG0944D - - • • G.SKILL F3-8500CL7D-4GBSQ 2GB DS G....AFS128EEV-10 - - • • • Due to CPU spec., AMD® 100 and 200 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 MHz or higher frequency...
... for the latest QVL. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Part No. ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-13 DIMM socket Timing Voltage support (Optional) A* B* Apacer AS02GFA06C7NBGC 2GB DS Apacer AM5D5808DE JSCG0944D - - • • G.SKILL F3-8500CL7D-4GBSQ 2GB DS G....AFS128EEV-10 - - • • • Due to CPU spec., AMD® 100 and 200 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 MHz or higher frequency...
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.... 2. Align the card connector with the screw you intend to use . 4. Secure the card to install an expansion card. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-15 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing an expansion card. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that the cards do so may cause...
.... 2. Align the card connector with the screw you intend to use . 4. Secure the card to install an expansion card. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-15 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing an expansion card. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that the cards do so may cause...
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... (C.P.R) feature. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. M4A88T-I DELUXE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4A88T-I DELUXE Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory...
... (C.P.R) feature. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. M4A88T-I DELUXE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4A88T-I DELUXE Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory...
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...Bluetooth devices. • Under Windows® 7 OS, to achieve the complete Bluetooth functions, download the latest Bluetooth driver from the ASUS support wedsite at http://support.asus.com. • Bluetooth Electrical Specification: Bluetooth specification V.2.1 compliant; LAN (RJ-45) port. This port is for a PS/2 ...activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-17 This port is for any DVI-D compatible device and is not displayed on the PSU and boot up ...
...Bluetooth devices. • Under Windows® 7 OS, to achieve the complete Bluetooth functions, download the latest Bluetooth driver from the ASUS support wedsite at http://support.asus.com. • Bluetooth Electrical Specification: Bluetooth specification V.2.1 compliant; LAN (RJ-45) port. This port is for a PS/2 ...activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-17 This port is for any DVI-D compatible device and is not displayed on the PSU and boot up ...
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... cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. The USB 2.0 module is for USB 2.0 ports. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC M4A88T-I DELUXE USB78 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-19 ASUS M4A88T-I DELUXE USB2.0 connector Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the connector. Connect the USB module cable to this...
... cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. The USB 2.0 module is for USB 2.0 ports. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC M4A88T-I DELUXE USB78 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND M4A88T-I Deluxe 1-19 ASUS M4A88T-I DELUXE USB2.0 connector Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the connector. Connect the USB module cable to this...
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...12V DC GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts M4A88T-I DELUXE PIN 1 PIN 1 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 ...Volts +3 Volts M4A88T-I DELUXE ATX power connectors • We recommend that the PSU has a minimum power rating of 200W power rating. This... ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. The plugs from the power supply are for details. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction
...12V DC GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts M4A88T-I DELUXE PIN 1 PIN 1 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 ...Volts +3 Volts M4A88T-I DELUXE ATX power connectors • We recommend that the PSU has a minimum power rating of 200W power rating. This... ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. The plugs from the power supply are for details. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction