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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A88T-V EVO Series 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 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.7 System...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A88T-V EVO Series 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 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.7 System...
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..., Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that interference will not occur in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This symbol of the monitor to the graphics card is encouraged to try to comply with manufacturer's...; Connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This symbol of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in a particular installation.
..., Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that interference will not occur in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This symbol of the monitor to the graphics card is encouraged to try to comply with manufacturer's...; Connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This symbol of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in a particular installation.
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... Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, ... the voltage of the BIOS parameters are connected. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you encounter technical problems with the package. • ...
... Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, ... the voltage of the BIOS parameters are connected. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you encounter technical problems with the package. • ...
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... you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the new 45nm manufacturing process. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series motherboard 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • M4A88T-V EVO Series motherboards include M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 and M4A88T-V EVO two models.
... you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the new 45nm manufacturing process. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series motherboard 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • M4A88T-V EVO Series motherboards include M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 and M4A88T-V EVO two models.
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... It also supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 configurations for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 only) Experience ultra-fast data transfer at 4.8Gbps with USB 2.0 components. DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1333/1066 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that deliver multi-channel digital audio and uncompressed digital ...S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to connect easily with the highest-quality home theater experience. SidePort Memory This motherboard features SidePort Memory, an individual onboard DDR3 memory serving as memory buffer for audio/video appliances such as digital television,...
... It also supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 configurations for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 only) Experience ultra-fast data transfer at 4.8Gbps with USB 2.0 components. DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1333/1066 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that deliver multi-channel digital audio and uncompressed digital ...S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to connect easily with the highest-quality home theater experience. SidePort Memory This motherboard features SidePort Memory, an individual onboard DDR3 memory serving as memory buffer for audio/video appliances such as digital television,...
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... without performing complicated BIOS changes. All in the TurboV EVO interface and Turbo Unlocker automatically and dynamically adjusts AMD 6-CORE and Black Edition processor frequencies to speed up performance based on the motherboard to unleash extra processing capabilities. One click in one...need it on USB HDDs or flash drives, connect the drives to the motherboard USB port before entering Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from switching power supply unit (PSU). 1-4 ...
... without performing complicated BIOS changes. All in the TurboV EVO interface and Turbo Unlocker automatically and dynamically adjusts AMD 6-CORE and Black Edition processor frequencies to speed up performance based on the motherboard to unleash extra processing capabilities. One click in one...need it on USB HDDs or flash drives, connect the drives to the motherboard USB port before entering Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from switching power supply unit (PSU). 1-4 ...
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MemOK! Get your favorite settings. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-5 Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) such as computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates... The Wing Heatsink features a 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. The beautifully curved fins not only upgrade the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also effectively cools down hot airflows generated by different climate conditions in the CMOS or a separate file, giving you the freedom to share...
MemOK! Get your favorite settings. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-5 Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) such as computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates... The Wing Heatsink features a 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. The beautifully curved fins not only upgrade the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also effectively cools down hot airflows generated by different climate conditions in the CMOS or a separate file, giving you the freedom to share...
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...the RTC data. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to overclocking failure. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Green ASUS This motherboard and its power cord. This is in line with the component. • Before you to fine-tune the VCore voltage in 0.... bag that came with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6...
...the RTC data. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to overclocking failure. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Green ASUS This motherboard and its power cord. This is in line with the component. • Before you to fine-tune the VCore voltage in 0.... bag that came with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6...
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... circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. Place this user guide are for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 only. The layout varies with external ports goes to the chassis. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-7 The layout illustrations in the correct orientation. The edge with models. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 1.5.3 Motherboard layout ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series motherboards include M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 and M4A88T-V EVO two models. Doing...
... circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. Place this user guide are for M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 only. The layout varies with external ports goes to the chassis. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-7 The layout illustrations in the correct orientation. The edge with models. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 1.5.3 Motherboard layout ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series motherboards include M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 and M4A88T-V EVO two models. Doing...
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M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 CPU socket AM3 2. Press the lever sideways to unlock the Socket lever socket, then lift it ... for Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors. Small triangle Gold triangle ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-9 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Ensure that the socket lever is lifted up to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! DO NOT ...socket. The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a small triangle. 4.
M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 CPU socket AM3 2. Press the lever sideways to unlock the Socket lever socket, then lift it ... for Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors. Small triangle Gold triangle ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-9 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Ensure that the socket lever is lifted up to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! DO NOT ...socket. The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a small triangle. 4.
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... and fan for instructions. 7. The lever clicks on the side tab to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 5. CPU_FAN M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. Connect...
... and fan for instructions. 7. The lever clicks on the side tab to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 5. CPU_FAN M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. Connect...
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...the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-11 If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan ... CPU, ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that...
...the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-11 If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan ... CPU, ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that...
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...the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. DO NOT forget to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place. 4. DDR3 modules are developed for better ...DIMM sockets: M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Ensure that the retention bracket is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN....
...the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. DO NOT forget to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place. 4. DDR3 modules are developed for better ...DIMM sockets: M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Ensure that the retention bracket is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN....
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...ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-13 Use a 64-bit Windows® OS if you do any of the following: - Under the default state, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. With ASUS design, this motherboard...chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. M4A88T-V EVO Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No. 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install ...
...ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-13 Use a 64-bit Windows® OS if you do any of the following: - Under the default state, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. With ASUS design, this motherboard...chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. M4A88T-V EVO Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No. 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install ...
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...memory module, ensure to install it on the A1 slot for the latest QVL. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for better overclocking capability. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not... • C*: Supports two pairs of modules inserted into both the blue slots and the black slots as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-17 Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1024MB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • • •...
...memory module, ensure to install it on the A1 slot for the latest QVL. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for better overclocking capability. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not... • C*: Supports two pairs of modules inserted into both the blue slots and the black slots as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-17 Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1024MB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • • •...
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... socket such that it fits in only one direction. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with extra force. 1 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward...
... socket such that it fits in only one direction. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with extra force. 1 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward...
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...came with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Secure the card to use . 4. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Otherwise, conflicts ...make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Keep the screw for the card. 2. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-19 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. The following sub‑...
...came with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Secure the card to use . 4. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Otherwise, conflicts ...make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Keep the screw for the card. 2. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-19 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. The following sub‑...
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See page 1-25 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN 1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. See page 1-24 for details. 1.9 Jumpers ... cord. 2. To disable the PCIe X1 slot, refer to get better performance. • For M4A88T-V EVO/USB3, the PCIe x1 slot shares the bandwidth with the PCIe x16_2 slot. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down the key during the...
See page 1-25 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN 1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. See page 1-24 for details. 1.9 Jumpers ... cord. 2. To disable the PCIe X1 slot, refer to get better performance. • For M4A88T-V EVO/USB3, the PCIe x1 slot shares the bandwidth with the PCIe x16_2 slot. M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4A88T-V EVO/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down the key during the...
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... compatible device and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-23 15. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD...8226; This table indicates that you follow the system requirements listed below. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are supported on your motherboard: Dual display outputs DVI + D-Sub DVI + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported • • Not supported • • During POST,...
... compatible device and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. ASUS M4A88T-V EVO Series 1-23 15. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD...8226; This table indicates that you follow the system requirements listed below. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are supported on your motherboard: Dual display outputs DVI + D-Sub DVI + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported • • Not supported • • During POST,...