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... 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS Express Gate 4-7 4.3.6 Audio configurations 4-8 4.3.7 ASUS GPU Boost 4-9 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-10 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-10 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-11 4.4.3 Using CPU Level UP 4-12 4.4.4 Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-12 4.5 RAID configurations 4-13 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-13 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-14 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS...
... 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS Express Gate 4-7 4.3.6 Audio configurations 4-8 4.3.7 ASUS GPU Boost 4-9 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-10 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-10 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-11 4.4.3 Using CPU Level UP 4-12 4.4.4 Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-12 4.5 RAID configurations 4-13 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-13 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-14 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS...
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... package. E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 ix 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated ...information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. •...
... package. E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 ix 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated ...information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. •...
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... the ultimate overclocking configuration. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you with the elegant appearance! The BIOS settings can dramatically improve your PC's loading. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows... to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to share and distribute your system up your favorite settings. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is able to achieve the most precise setting for motherboard users, but a push of ...
... the ultimate overclocking configuration. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you with the elegant appearance! The BIOS settings can dramatically improve your PC's loading. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows... to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to share and distribute your system up your favorite settings. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is able to achieve the most precise setting for motherboard users, but a push of ...
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Replace the system cover. 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content17 17 2-17 5/26/10 3:44:38 PM Turn on the next page. 3. Refer to use . 4. Remove... Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you intend to the tables on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Refer to the chassis...
Replace the system cover. 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content17 17 2-17 5/26/10 3:44:38 PM Turn on the next page. 3. Refer to use . 4. Remove... Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you intend to the tables on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Refer to the chassis...
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... the exact location of the O2LED2 LED. • If you clear the CMOS or load the BIOS setup defaults, the related overclocking items in the BIOS menu follow the current setting of the Turbo Key II switch. • If you have made. However, the system will... working on a bare or open-case system. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content21 21 2-21 5/26/10 3:44:43 PM Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Turbo Key II switch • The O2LED2 LED near the Turbo Key II switch lights when the switch setting is powered off. For ensuring the system performance,...
... the exact location of the O2LED2 LED. • If you clear the CMOS or load the BIOS setup defaults, the related overclocking items in the BIOS menu follow the current setting of the Turbo Key II switch. • If you have made. However, the system will... working on a bare or open-case system. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content21 21 2-21 5/26/10 3:44:43 PM Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Turbo Key II switch • The O2LED2 LED near the Turbo Key II switch lights when the switch setting is powered off. For ensuring the system performance,...
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Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 MemOK! switch • Refer to section 2.9 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when ...will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL ...
Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 MemOK! switch • Refer to section 2.9 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when ...will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL ...
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... or load the BIOS setup defaults, the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu follows the current setting of the Core Unlocker switch. • You may also press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to activate the Core Unlocker function. • The system will use the last setting you to Enable. M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Core Unclocker...
... or load the BIOS setup defaults, the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu follows the current setting of the Core Unlocker switch. • You may also press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to activate the Core Unlocker function. • The system will use the last setting you to Enable. M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Core Unclocker...
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LAN (RJ-45) port* 6. Port4 item in the BIOS to the external SATA port. • To use hot plugging, set the SATA Port1 - HDMI Out port*** 8. Refer to 3.4.2 SATA Configuration for LAN port and audio port definitions. ***: Refer to the notes and ...troubleshooting on HDTV overscaling or underscaling on the next page for details. 2-24 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content24 24 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26...
LAN (RJ-45) port* 6. Port4 item in the BIOS to the external SATA port. • To use hot plugging, set the SATA Port1 - HDMI Out port*** 8. Refer to 3.4.2 SATA Configuration for LAN port and audio port definitions. ***: Refer to the notes and ...troubleshooting on HDTV overscaling or underscaling on the next page for details. 2-24 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content24 24 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26...
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... install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set to [AHCI] in the BIOS. SATA5 SATA2 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 SATA6 SATA3 SATA1 GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3...
... install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set to [AHCI] in the BIOS. SATA5 SATA2 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 SATA6 SATA3 SATA1 GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3...
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...set to 3.6.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Refer to [HD]. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3...you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to [AC 97]. By default, this connector is for a chassis-mounted...
...set to 3.6.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Refer to [HD]. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3...you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to [AC 97]. By default, this connector is for a chassis-mounted...
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Chapter 2 3. O2LED1 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Core Unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED keeps on lighting even though the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu is set to Enable. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content39 39 2-39 5/26/10 3:45:11 PM Core Unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED lights when the Core Unclocker switch is turned to Enable. Turbo Key II LED The Turbo Key II LED lights when the Turbo Key II switch is turned to [Disabled]. O2LED2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Turbo Key II LED 4.
Chapter 2 3. O2LED1 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Core Unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED keeps on lighting even though the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu is set to Enable. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content39 39 2-39 5/26/10 3:45:11 PM Core Unlocker LED The Core Unlocker LED lights when the Core Unclocker switch is turned to Enable. Turbo Key II LED The Turbo Key II LED lights when the Turbo Key II switch is turned to [Disabled]. O2LED2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Turbo Key II LED 4.
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...to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Monitor b. For systems with the last device on the BIOS setting. At power on self tests or POST. Refer to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. System... the system may have failed a power-on the screen. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. Chapter 2 2.10 Starting up for details. 2-40 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content40 40 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 3:45:12 PM Be sure...
...to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Monitor b. For systems with the last device on the BIOS setting. At power on self tests or POST. Refer to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. System... the system may have failed a power-on the screen. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. Chapter 2 2.10 Starting up for details. 2-40 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content40 40 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5/26/10 3:45:12 PM Be sure...
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...;�S�B��f�la�s�h��d�r�i�v�e�. 3. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 3-1 5/26/10 3:45:13 PM Inappropriate settings of a trained service personnel. 3.2 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on the screen during the system bootup and requests you need to...
...;�S�B��f�la�s�h��d�r�i�v�e�. 3. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 3-1 5/26/10 3:45:13 PM Inappropriate settings of a trained service personnel. 3.2 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on the screen during the system bootup and requests you need to...
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... motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and power on the system. 2. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content5 5 3-5 5/26/10 3:45:23 PM 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows...
... motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and power on the system. 2. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content5 5 3-5 5/26/10 3:45:23 PM 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows...
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...configuration For configuring options for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you wish to enter Setup after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to run this last option only if the first two failed. The...you scroll through the various submenus and select from the available options using the navigation keys. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 3-9 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 5/26/10 3:45:28 PM
...configuration For configuring options for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you wish to enter Setup after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to run this last option only if the first two failed. The...you scroll through the various submenus and select from the available options using the navigation keys. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 3-9 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 5/26/10 3:45:28 PM
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... Reset User Data function when entering the Express Gate. [No] Sets to [No] to load the file. 3-40 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content40 40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:52 PM Profile This item allows you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings. 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Load CMOS Profiles. Chapter 3 Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you...
... Reset User Data function when entering the Express Gate. [No] Sets to [No] to load the file. 3-40 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content40 40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:52 PM Profile This item allows you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings. 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Load CMOS Profiles. Chapter 3 Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you...
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... to BIOS settings and will be kept on the next system boot. Click More Settings from the motherboard support DVD. • For system stability, all changes made in the TurboV Easy Mode. Install the ASUS GPU Boost driver from the motherboard support DVD. 2. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 4-9 5/26/10 3:46:12 PM Install the ASUS TurboV EVO utility...
... to BIOS settings and will be kept on the next system boot. Click More Settings from the motherboard support DVD. • For system stability, all changes made in the TurboV Easy Mode. Install the ASUS GPU Boost driver from the motherboard support DVD. 2. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 4-9 5/26/10 3:46:12 PM Install the ASUS TurboV EVO utility...
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...environment and takes effect in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Auto Tuning) will not be saved to BIOS settings and will find the TurboV EVO icon on the next system boot. Install ASUS TurboV EVO from the motherboard support DVD. • For advanced overclock ...ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more detailed adjustments using TurboV. For ...
...environment and takes effect in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Auto Tuning) will not be saved to BIOS settings and will find the TurboV EVO icon on the next system boot. Install ASUS TurboV EVO from the motherboard support DVD. • For advanced overclock ...ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more detailed adjustments using TurboV. For ...
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... may appear after the system automatically reboots. Please ignore the message and continue the tuning process. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content11 11 4-11 5/26/10 3:46:15 PM TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. In addition, please do not operate or manually restart the computer during the tuning...
... may appear after the system automatically reboots. Please ignore the message and continue the tuning process. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content11 11 4-11 5/26/10 3:46:15 PM TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. In addition, please do not operate or manually restart the computer during the tuning...
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... Surround View to [Enabled]. 3. Press to finish the installation. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to save the changes and exit BIOS settings. Chapter 5 5.2 ATI® Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the ATI® Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology that allows you ... graphics card RAM: 256MB Visit the AMD ATI website for the driver to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 2. Press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to load automatically. 5-4 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support 5/26/10 3:46:37...
... Surround View to [Enabled]. 3. Press to finish the installation. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to save the changes and exit BIOS settings. Chapter 5 5.2 ATI® Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the ATI® Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology that allows you ... graphics card RAM: 256MB Visit the AMD ATI website for the driver to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 2. Press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to load automatically. 5-4 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support 5/26/10 3:46:37...