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...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... 3-11 3.4.2 SATA Configuration 3-13 3.4.3 System Information 3-14 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu 3-15 3.5.1 CPU Level UP 3-16 3.5.2 CPU OverClocking 3-16 3.5.3 CPU Ratio 3-17 3.5.4 DRAM Frequency 3-17 3.5.5 CPU/NB Frequency 3-18 3.5.6 HT Link Speed 3-18 3.5.7 GPU ...
...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... 3-11 3.4.2 SATA Configuration 3-13 3.4.3 System Information 3-14 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu 3-15 3.5.1 CPU Level UP 3-16 3.5.2 CPU OverClocking 3-16 3.5.3 CPU Ratio 3-17 3.5.4 DRAM Frequency 3-17 3.5.5 CPU/NB Frequency 3-18 3.5.6 HT Link Speed 3-18 3.5.7 GPU ...
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... 4.1 Installing 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...
... 4.1 Installing 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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... chipset voltage at the back panel) ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Hybrid Processor - TurboV EVO - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS EPU ASUS Exclusive Features - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 550MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection - Express Gate ASUS Hybrid Switches - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary IEEE 1394 ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features VIA® VT6330 controller supports...
... chipset voltage at the back panel) ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Hybrid Processor - TurboV EVO - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS EPU ASUS Exclusive Features - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 550MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection - Express Gate ASUS Hybrid Switches - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 specifications summary IEEE 1394 ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features VIA® VT6330 controller supports...
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... real-time 3D-rendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of overclockers-from die-hard enthusiasts to achieve world O.C. CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings. ...processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with USB 3.0 - 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. Auto tuning intelligently pushes the ...
... real-time 3D-rendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of overclockers-from die-hard enthusiasts to achieve world O.C. CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings. ...processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with USB 3.0 - 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. Auto tuning intelligently pushes the ...
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...activation of a latent AMD® CPU-with Auto Tuning! Even O.C. beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with just a simple switch. ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by auto-tuning your processor to an extreme yet... stable state. GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated GPU in real-time-helping save power and money! User-friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 1-3 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM Chapter 1 Auto...
...activation of a latent AMD® CPU-with Auto Tuning! Even O.C. beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with just a simple switch. ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by auto-tuning your processor to an extreme yet... stable state. GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated GPU in real-time-helping save power and money! User-friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content3 3 1-3 5/26/10 3:44:01 PM Chapter 1 Auto...
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... to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile that can be stored in no more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your system up and...among the top concerns during computer upgrades. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more . The beautifully 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...
... to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile that can be stored in no more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your system up and...among the top concerns during computer upgrades. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more . The beautifully 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...
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...OS can be about 3GB or less. Use a maximum of the following: - Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system ...recommend that you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for better overclocking capability. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content11 11 2-11 5/26/10 3:44:25 PM Chapter 2 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install...
...OS can be about 3GB or less. Use a maximum of the following: - Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system ...recommend that you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for better overclocking capability. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content11 11 2-11 5/26/10 3:44:25 PM Chapter 2 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • (continued on DIMM_A1 for better overclocking performance. • When overclocking, some AMD CPUs may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs. DDR3 1866 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor CORSAIR KINGSTON OCZ OCZ Part No. Size... DS 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS 2048MB(Kit of 2) DS - - Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. KINGSTON KHX2000C8D3T1K3/3GX(XMP) 3072MB(kit of 2) DS - -...
...; • • • • • • • • • • (continued on DIMM_A1 for better overclocking performance. • When overclocking, some AMD CPUs may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency DIMMs. DDR3 1866 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor CORSAIR KINGSTON OCZ OCZ Part No. Size... DS 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS 2048MB(Kit of 2) DS - - Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. KINGSTON KHX2000C8D3T1K3/3GX(XMP) 3072MB(kit of 2) DS - -...
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... system performance, turn the switch setting to fine-tune performance when 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 For system failure due to overclocking, use the last setting you change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Shut down and reboot the system so...
... system performance, turn the switch setting to fine-tune performance when 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 For system failure due to overclocking, use the last setting you change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Shut down and reboot the system so...
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...starts blinking to section 2.9 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of failsafe settings. Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 MemOK! switch • Refer to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next ...; Due to boot and load BIOS default settings. If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! 2. switch Installing DIMMs ...
...starts blinking to section 2.9 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of failsafe settings. Chapter 2 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 MemOK! switch • Refer to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next ...; Due to boot and load BIOS default settings. If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! 2. switch Installing DIMMs ...
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...BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for system startup in �g��a�...copy of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for details on system stability, compatibility, or performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 3-1 5/26/10 3:45:13 PM In normal circumstances...
...BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for system startup in �g��a�...copy of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for details on system stability, compatibility, or performance. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content1 1 3-1 5/26/10 3:45:13 PM In normal circumstances...
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...65533;e��c�ti�o�n� 2.6 Jumper 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 If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing +... main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system...
...65533;e��c�ti�o�n� 2.6 Jumper 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 If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing +... main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system...
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3.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to malfunction. The configuration options for this chapter vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the following items: Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content15 15 3-15 5/26/10 3:45:36 PM
3.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to malfunction. The configuration options for this chapter vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the following items: Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content15 15 3-15 5/26/10 3:45:36 PM
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... UP function support depends on the motherboard. OC From CPU Level UP [Auto] This item appears only when you set CPU Overclocking to [Manual] after selecting a CPU level. Chapter 3 3-16 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content16 16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:37 PM If you want to manually configure the settings in the...
... UP function support depends on the motherboard. OC From CPU Level UP [Auto] This item appears only when you set CPU Overclocking to [Manual] after selecting a CPU level. Chapter 3 3-16 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content16 16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:37 PM If you want to manually configure the settings in the...
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...frequency, DRAM timing and DRAM voltage. The configuration options vary with the CPU Bus Frequency item settings. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content17 17 3-17 5/26/10 3:45:38 PM The following two items appear only when you installed a ...the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Overclock 2%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%] 3.5.3 CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to select an overclocking profile. AMD Turbo CORE technology [Enabled] Enables or disables the AMD Turbo Core technology. ...
...frequency, DRAM timing and DRAM voltage. The configuration options vary with the CPU Bus Frequency item settings. Chapter 3 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content17 17 3-17 5/26/10 3:45:38 PM The following two items appear only when you installed a ...the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Overclock 2%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%] 3.5.3 CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to select an overclocking profile. AMD Turbo CORE technology [Enabled] Enables or disables the AMD Turbo Core technology. ...
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... item to enable or disable the GPU Power Saving Mode. You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad. Chapter 3 3-18 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content18 18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:38 PM Configuration options: [Auto] [Turbo] [Extreme] [Manual] GPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] This item appears only... tuning. It takes around five minutes, and the system will reboot for the iGPU frequency. Press to 2000. 3.5.8 OC Tuner Utility OC Tuner utility automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of the iGPU frequency.
... item to enable or disable the GPU Power Saving Mode. You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad. Chapter 3 3-18 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content18 18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 5/26/10 3:45:38 PM Configuration options: [Auto] [Turbo] [Extreme] [Manual] GPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] This item appears only... tuning. It takes around five minutes, and the system will reboot for the iGPU frequency. Press to 2000. 3.5.8 OC Tuner Utility OC Tuner utility automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of the iGPU frequency.
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...asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-6 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content6 6 Chapter 4: Software support 5/26/10 3:46:04 PM Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected. You can also configure advanced settings for components, the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking.... Power Saving Mode • High Performance Mode When you install the GPU Boost driver from the support DVD. 4.3.4 ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an energy-efficient ...
...asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-6 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content6 6 Chapter 4: Software support 5/26/10 3:46:04 PM Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected. You can also configure advanced settings for components, the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking.... Power Saving Mode • High Performance Mode When you install the GPU Boost driver from the support DVD. 4.3.4 ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an energy-efficient ...
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... damage the integrated GPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. • ASUS GPU Boost is available only when you to overclock the integrated GPU in WIndows® environment and takes effect in real-time without applying Applies all changes... exiting and rebooting the OS. Use the Save Profile function to High Performance mode automatically. 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 from the motherboard support DVD. 3. Click start -up values Adjustment sliders Click to ...
... damage the integrated GPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. • ASUS GPU Boost is available only when you to overclock the integrated GPU in WIndows® environment and takes effect in real-time without applying Applies all changes... exiting and rebooting the OS. Use the Save Profile function to High Performance mode automatically. 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 from the motherboard support DVD. 3. Click start -up values Adjustment sliders Click to ...
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... in Windows® environment and takes effect in ASUS TurboV (except for detailed software configuration. • When TurboV EVO is correctly installed, you to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility- For system stability, all changes immediately ...Applies all changes made in real-time. TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV, CPU Level UP and Turbo Key-three powerful tools that came with the motherboard package. Refer to overclock your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows ...
... in Windows® environment and takes effect in ASUS TurboV (except for detailed software configuration. • When TurboV EVO is correctly installed, you to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility- For system stability, all changes immediately ...Applies all changes made in real-time. TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV, CPU Level UP and Turbo Key-three powerful tools that came with the motherboard package. Refer to overclock your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows ...
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... performance varies with the installed devices such as the CPU and DRAM. • The auto-tuning function overclocks your system. 1. An error message indicating incorrect system shut down may reboot 2 to start auto-overclocking. 3. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content11 11 4-11 5/26/10 3:46:15 PM Please ignore the message and continue the tuning...
... performance varies with the installed devices such as the CPU and DRAM. • The auto-tuning function overclocks your system. 1. An error message indicating incorrect system shut down may reboot 2 to start auto-overclocking. 3. Chapter 4 ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 E5888_M4A88TD-V EVO-USB3_Content11 11 4-11 5/26/10 3:46:15 PM Please ignore the message and continue the tuning...