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Motherboard M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 5/26/10 3:43:48 PM
Motherboard M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 5/26/10 3:43:48 PM
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...Te Rd., Beitou, Taipei 112 Taiwan In your contact details so that uses the Library") for backup purposes, without any warranty. ii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content2 2 5/26/10 3:43:48 PM The source code will not be no earlier than December 1, 2011, either (1) for identification or ... name, model number and version, as the corresponding binary/object code. If however you encounter any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE...
...Te Rd., Beitou, Taipei 112 Taiwan In your contact details so that uses the Library") for backup purposes, without any warranty. ii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content2 2 5/26/10 3:43:48 PM The source code will not be no earlier than December 1, 2011, either (1) for identification or ... name, model number and version, as the corresponding binary/object code. If however you encounter any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE...
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Contents Notices ...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switches 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS 1-3 1.3.5 ASUS unique features 1-3 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement ...
Contents Notices ...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switches 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS 1-3 1.3.5 ASUS unique features 1-3 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement ...
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...11 Turning off the computer 2-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility 3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-6 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-9 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-9 3.3.3 Navigation ...Booster 3-18 3.5.8 OC Tuner Utility 3-18 3.5.9 DRAM Timing Configuration 3-19 iv E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 5/26/10 3:43:50 PM Contents 2.8 Connectors 2-24 2.8.1 Rear panel connectors 2-24 2.8.2 Audio I/O connections 2-27 2.8.3 ...
...11 Turning off the computer 2-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility 3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-6 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-9 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-9 3.3.3 Navigation ...Booster 3-18 3.5.8 OC Tuner Utility 3-18 3.5.9 DRAM Timing Configuration 3-19 iv E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content4 4 5/26/10 3:43:50 PM Contents 2.8 Connectors 2-24 2.8.1 Rear panel connectors 2-24 2.8.2 Audio I/O connections 2-27 2.8.3 ...
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... 3-33 3.7.6 Anti Surge Support 3-34 3.7.7 NB Thermal Protect 3-34 3.8 Boot menu 3-35 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority 3-35 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-36 3.8.3 Security 3-37 3.9 Tools menu 3-39 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-39 3.9.2 Express Gate 3-39 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-40 3.9.4 AI NET 2 3-41 3.10 Exit menu 3-42 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content5 5 5/26/10 3:43:50 PM
... 3-33 3.7.6 Anti Surge Support 3-34 3.7.7 NB Thermal Protect 3-34 3.8 Boot menu 3-35 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority 3-35 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-36 3.8.3 Security 3-37 3.9 Tools menu 3-39 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-39 3.9.2 Express Gate 3-39 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-40 3.9.4 AI NET 2 3-41 3.10 Exit menu 3-42 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content5 5 5/26/10 3:43:50 PM
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... an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 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...
... an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 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...
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... determined by one or more of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that to assure compliance with Part 15 of parts... user is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for compliance could void the user's authority to radio communications. vii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content7 7 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM
... determined by one or more of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that to assure compliance with Part 15 of parts... user is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for compliance could void the user's authority to radio communications. vii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content7 7 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM
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... detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. viii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content8 8 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using an...
... detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. viii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content8 8 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using an...
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...of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 ix 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM It includes description of the .... Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. 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. • Chapter 4:...
...of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content9 9 ix 5/26/10 3:43:53 PM It includes description of the .... Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. 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. • Chapter 4:...
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... to help you complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to emphasize a word or a phrase. Example: means that you MUST follow to select. Example: + + E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content10 10 5/26/10 3:43:54 PM Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to complete a task. Keys enclosed in this manual. DANGER/WARNING...
... to help you complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to emphasize a word or a phrase. Example: means that you MUST follow to select. Example: + + E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content10 10 5/26/10 3:43:54 PM Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to complete a task. Keys enclosed in this manual. DANGER/WARNING...
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... / 1333 / 1066 MHz, ECC / non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture * AMD AM3 100 and 200 Series CPU support up to 5200 MT/s; ASUS Noise Filter - 12 x USB 2.0 ports (8 ports at midboard, 4 ports at the back panel) - 2 x USB 3.0 ports (blue, at back I/O - We...PDIF Out port at the back panel) (continued on the next page) xi E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content11 11 5/26/10 3:43:55 PM resolution 1920 x 1200 (1080P) Supports DVI-D with max. M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots VGA output Storage LAN Audio USB ...
... / 1333 / 1066 MHz, ECC / non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture * AMD AM3 100 and 200 Series CPU support up to 5200 MT/s; ASUS Noise Filter - 12 x USB 2.0 ports (8 ports at midboard, 4 ports at the back panel) - 2 x USB 3.0 ports (blue, at back I/O - We...PDIF Out port at the back panel) (continued on the next page) xi E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content11 11 5/26/10 3:43:55 PM resolution 1920 x 1200 (1080P) Supports DVI-D with max. M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots VGA output Storage LAN Audio USB ...
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...2 - M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary IEEE 1394 ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features VIA® VT6330 controller supports 2 IEEE 1394a ports (one at midboard, one at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection - Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - TurboV EVO - ASUS C.P.R. (...CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content12 12 5/26/10 3:43:55 PM vChipset (N.B.): Adjustable...
...2 - M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary IEEE 1394 ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features VIA® VT6330 controller supports 2 IEEE 1394a ports (one at midboard, one at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection - Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - TurboV EVO - ASUS C.P.R. (...CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xii E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content12 12 5/26/10 3:43:55 PM vChipset (N.B.): Adjustable...
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M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors / switches / buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Accessories Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x HDMI Out ... panel connector 16 Mb Flash ROM, SPI, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update AMD OverDrive (AOD) Anti-virus software (OEM version) 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 4 x Serial...
M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors / switches / buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Accessories Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x HDMI Out ... panel connector 16 Mb Flash ROM, SPI, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update AMD OverDrive (AOD) Anti-virus software (OEM version) 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 4 x Serial...
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...; The illustrated items above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables with different models. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 1-1 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another...
...; The illustrated items above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables with different models. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 1-1 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another...
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... world O.C. USB 3.0 support Experience ultra-fast data transfer at no additional cost with USB 2.0 devices. 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor* TurboV EVO The ultimate O.C. the latest connectivity standard. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the 45nm manufacturing process...next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10x faster and is also backward compatible with CPU Level UP! 1-2 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content2 2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM AMD® SB850 Chipset The AMD® SB850 Southbridge natively...
... world O.C. USB 3.0 support Experience ultra-fast data transfer at no additional cost with USB 2.0 devices. 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor* TurboV EVO The ultimate O.C. the latest connectivity standard. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the 45nm manufacturing process...next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10x faster and is also backward compatible with CPU Level UP! 1-2 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content2 2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM AMD® SB850 Chipset The AMD® SB850 Southbridge natively...
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...provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows® OS. 1.3.5 ASUS unique features ASUS Power Solutions ASUS Power solutions intelligently and automatically provide balanced computing power and energy consumption. 8+2 Phase Power Design To fully... moderating power usage for critical PC components in real time for the best graphics performance. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 1-3 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by auto-tuning your processor to...
...provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows® OS. 1.3.5 ASUS unique features ASUS Power Solutions ASUS Power solutions intelligently and automatically provide balanced computing power and energy consumption. 8+2 Phase Power Design To fully... moderating power usage for critical PC components in real time for the best graphics performance. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 1-3 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by auto-tuning your processor to...
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... curved fins not only upgrade the visual enjoyment for 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 O.C. This protection eliminates the need to different ambient temperatures caused by power surges from a USB flash disk containing...for motherboard users, but a push of fan speed to restore corrupted BIOS data from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. is...
... curved fins not only upgrade the visual enjoyment for 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 O.C. This protection eliminates the need to different ambient temperatures caused by power surges from a USB flash disk containing...for motherboard users, but a push of fan speed to restore corrupted BIOS data from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. is...
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... the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 2-1 5/26/10 3:44:02 PM Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove...
... the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 2-1 5/26/10 3:44:02 PM Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove...
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... Unlocker Turbo Key II 2 O2LED2 5 6 O2LED1 7 8 MemOK! 9 10 1 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR AUDIO CHA_FAN ICS 477C AMD® 880G NEC USB3.0 PCIEX1_1 SATA5 SATA2 11 PCIEX16_1 RTL 8111E M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 SATA6 SATA3 SATA1 Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 AAFP ALC 892 PCIEX16_2 SPDIF_OUT COM1 PCI3 USB1314 AMD® SB850 PRI_EIDE Lithium Cell CMOS Power... 13 14 20 19 18 17 16 15 Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content2 2 5/26/10 3:44:04 PM
... Unlocker Turbo Key II 2 O2LED2 5 6 O2LED1 7 8 MemOK! 9 10 1 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR AUDIO CHA_FAN ICS 477C AMD® 880G NEC USB3.0 PCIEX1_1 SATA5 SATA2 11 PCIEX16_1 RTL 8111E M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 SATA6 SATA3 SATA1 Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 AAFP ALC 892 PCIEX16_2 SPDIF_OUT COM1 PCI3 USB1314 AMD® SB850 PRI_EIDE Lithium Cell CMOS Power... 13 14 20 19 18 17 16 15 Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content2 2 5/26/10 3:44:04 PM
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... connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 2-35 2-33 2-5 2-10 2-39 2-21 2-39 2-23 2-22 2-38 2-30 2-29 2-20 2-38 2-36 2-31 2-32 2-31 2-34 2-34 Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 2-3 5/26/10 3:44:05 PM
... connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 2-35 2-33 2-5 2-10 2-39 2-21 2-39 2-23 2-22 2-38 2-30 2-29 2-20 2-38 2-36 2-31 2-32 2-31 2-34 2-34 Chapter 2 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 2-3 5/26/10 3:44:05 PM