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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A88T-M LE 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-M LE 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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.../1066MHz, ECC, non-ECC, unbuffered memory* * AMD® AM3 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Integrated ATI Radeon™...configurations - 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 connector Realtek® 8112L Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET 2 (continued on the next page) ix M4A88T-M LE specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon...
.../1066MHz, ECC, non-ECC, unbuffered memory* * AMD® AM3 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Integrated ATI Radeon™...configurations - 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 connector Realtek® 8112L Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET 2 (continued on the next page) ix M4A88T-M LE specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon...
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...audio output. 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at 0.01V increment - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ DIY - Supports Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking (HD mode only) - ...vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - Profile - Turbo Key - M4A88T-M LE specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking...
...audio output. 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at 0.01V increment - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ DIY - Supports Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking (HD mode only) - ...vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - Profile - Turbo Key - M4A88T-M LE specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking...
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xi M4A88T-M LE specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x ... 1 x LPT connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User...
xi M4A88T-M LE specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x ... 1 x LPT connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User...
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... Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A88T-M LE motherboard 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of new features and latest technologies..., making it , check the items in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! This motherboard ...
... Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A88T-M LE motherboard 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of new features and latest technologies..., making it , check the items in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! This motherboard ...
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...PCI Express 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features GPU NOS ASUS GPU NOS technology intelligently detects graphics loading and automatically boosts performance for the most demanding tasks. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C.... Unlocker simplifies the activation of real-time OC-now a reality with just a few clicks away. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-3 This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is ...
...PCI Express 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which support Hybrid CrossFireX™. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features GPU NOS ASUS GPU NOS technology intelligently detects graphics loading and automatically boosts performance for the most demanding tasks. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C.... Unlocker simplifies the activation of real-time OC-now a reality with just a few clicks away. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-3 This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is ...
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... its power cord. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any component, switch off mode. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system...
... its power cord. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any component, switch off mode. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system...
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...) 7. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1-22 8. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-19 1-25 1-26 1-5 1-27 1-28 1-28 ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-7
...) 7. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1-22 8. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-19 1-25 1-26 1-5 1-27 1-28 1-28 ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-7
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When the CPU is locked. 6. DO NOT forget to secure the CPU. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-9 Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it is in place, push down the socket lever to connect the CPU fan connector! The lever clicks on the motherboard. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to plug this connector. You can occur if you fail to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. 5. Connect the CPU fan cable to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7.
When the CPU is locked. 6. DO NOT forget to secure the CPU. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-9 Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it is in place, push down the socket lever to connect the CPU fan connector! The lever clicks on the motherboard. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to plug this connector. You can occur if you fail to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. 5. Connect the CPU fan cable to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7.
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... same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is in place. 4. 3. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-11
... same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is in place. 4. 3. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-11
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... overclocking may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of the following: - M4A88T-M LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866(O.C.)MHz capability DIMM socket Vendors Part No. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from...
... overclocking may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of the following: - M4A88T-M LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866(O.C.)MHz capability DIMM socket Vendors Part No. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from...
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.../4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9 • • Kingston KHX1600C9D3LK2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9 • • Kingston KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9 • • ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-13 DDR3-1800(O.C.)MHz capability Vendors OCZ CORSAIR KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON Transcend Part No. Timing - 8-8-8-27 - 8-8-8-24 - 9-9-9-27 - 8-8-8-24 - Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip...
.../4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9 • • Kingston KHX1600C9D3LK2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9 • • Kingston KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9 • • ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-13 DDR3-1800(O.C.)MHz capability Vendors OCZ CORSAIR KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON Transcend Part No. Timing - 8-8-8-27 - 8-8-8-24 - 9-9-9-27 - 8-8-8-24 - Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip...
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...; • 9 • • 9 • • 9 • • 9-9-9-20 • • 9 • • 9 • • - • • - • • - • • - • • - • - • • ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-15 Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-10666 2048MB DS Samsung Kingtiger KTG2G1333PG3 2048MB DS - DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendor Part No. Transcend Transcend ASINT ASINT BUFFALO Century...
...; • 9 • • 9 • • 9 • • 9-9-9-20 • • 9 • • 9 • • - • • - • • - • • - • • - • - • • ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-15 Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-10666 2048MB DS Samsung Kingtiger KTG2G1333PG3 2048MB DS - DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendor Part No. Transcend Transcend ASINT ASINT BUFFALO Century...
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... clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is properly seated. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. DIMM notch ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-17 Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3.
... clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is properly seated. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. DIMM notch ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-17 Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3.
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... remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-19 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to default values...
... remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-19 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to default values...
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... outputs are for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. 11. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-21 Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front panel) Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out...
... outputs are for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. 11. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-21 Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front panel) Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out...
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... an ATX power supply. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin ATX12 V power plug; ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-23 LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as IEEE 1284, which is inadequate.... and provides a minimum power of 300 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. 2. LPT standardizes as a printer.
... an ATX power supply. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin ATX12 V power plug; ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-23 LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as IEEE 1284, which is inadequate.... and provides a minimum power of 300 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. 2. LPT standardizes as a printer.
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... mode by default. See section 2.3.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using these connectors. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-25 The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you intend to [RAID]. In IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard...
... mode by default. See section 2.3.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using these connectors. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-25 The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you intend to [RAID]. In IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard...
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Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is purchased separately. 8. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-27 7. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. The USB 2.0 module is for USB 2.0 ports. Never connect a 1394 ...
Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is purchased separately. 8. ASUS M4A88T-M LE 1-27 7. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. The USB 2.0 module is for USB 2.0 ports. Never connect a 1394 ...