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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M5A88-M EVO 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 M5A88-M EVO 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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...motherboard supports up to 2560x1600 @60Hz Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to DDR3 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency. *** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ****When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Integrated Memory SidePort ... memory* * AMD® AM3 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to 1920x1200p Supports Dual-link DVI with max. resolution up to DDR3 1066MHz. M5A88-M EVO specifications summary CPU AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX™ / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100...
...motherboard supports up to 2560x1600 @60Hz Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to DDR3 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency. *** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ****When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Integrated Memory SidePort ... memory* * AMD® AM3 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to 1920x1200p Supports Dual-link DVI with max. resolution up to DDR3 1066MHz. M5A88-M EVO specifications summary CPU AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX™ / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100...
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...550MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - Turbo Unlocker, TurboV, Auto Tuning, CPU Level UP, GPU Boost and TPU Switch ASUS Hybrid Switches - GPU Boost - Optical S/PDIF Out port at back I/O 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 ports at the mid... increment SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Intelligent overclocking tools: - Supports Jack-Retasking, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - M5A88-M EVO specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Realtek® ALC892 8-...
...550MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - Turbo Unlocker, TurboV, Auto Tuning, CPU Level UP, GPU Boost and TPU Switch ASUS Hybrid Switches - GPU Boost - Optical S/PDIF Out port at back I/O 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 ports at the mid... increment SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Intelligent overclocking tools: - Supports Jack-Retasking, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - M5A88-M EVO specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Realtek® ALC892 8-...
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...! xi M5A88-M EVO 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 DVI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x eSATA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-Channel Audio I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS OverDrive...
...! xi M5A88-M EVO 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 DVI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x eSATA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-Channel Audio I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS OverDrive...
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...delivers better overclocking capabilities with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M5A88-M EVO motherboard! ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the new 32nm... for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M5A88-M EVO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! It features dual-channel DDR3 1866 MHz memory support...
...delivers better overclocking capabilities with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® M5A88-M EVO motherboard! ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the new 32nm... for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS M5A88-M EVO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! It features dual-channel DDR3 1866 MHz memory support...
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... flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by Windows® 7/Vista OS only. • Refer to achieve a total system level up. ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-3 GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks... the integrated GPU in different scenarios. and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with the ASUS TurboV. S/PDIF out connector at the back panel. Enjoy an instant...
... flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by Windows® 7/Vista OS only. • Refer to achieve a total system level up. ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-3 GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks... the integrated GPU in different scenarios. and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with the ASUS TurboV. S/PDIF out connector at the back panel. Enjoy an instant...
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... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-5 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded...
... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-5 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded...
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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place eight screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. M5A88-M EVO 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws!
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place eight screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. M5A88-M EVO 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws!
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...! 9 10 24.4cm(9.6in) 02LED1 CORE_UNLOCKER LAN1_USB12 CHA_FAN EATXPWR AUDIO 2 Intel® RS880P PCIEX1_1 11 RTL 8111E 8Mb BIOS PCIEX16 M5A88-M EVO 12 ASM 1042 ICS PCIEX1_2 9LPRS485 Lithium Cell CMOS Power Intel® SB850 13 ALC 892 AAFP PCI1 USB78 SPDIF_OUT USB910 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_5..., and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 2. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-31 1-34 ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-7 DDR3 DIMM slots 7. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. switch Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1-27 11.
...! 9 10 24.4cm(9.6in) 02LED1 CORE_UNLOCKER LAN1_USB12 CHA_FAN EATXPWR AUDIO 2 Intel® RS880P PCIEX1_1 11 RTL 8111E 8Mb BIOS PCIEX16 M5A88-M EVO 12 ASM 1042 ICS PCIEX1_2 9LPRS485 Lithium Cell CMOS Power Intel® SB850 13 ALC 892 AAFP PCI1 USB78 SPDIF_OUT USB910 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_5..., and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 2. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-31 1-34 ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-7 DDR3 DIMM slots 7. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. switch Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1-27 11.
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...; angle; The CPU fits only in place. Small triangle Gold triangle 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction otherwise, the CPU will not fit in only one correct orientation. M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO CPU socket AM3+ 2. The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. Ensure that the socket lever is lifted up to prevent bending...
...; angle; The CPU fits only in place. Small triangle Gold triangle 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction otherwise, the CPU will not fit in only one correct orientation. M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO CPU socket AM3+ 2. The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. Ensure that the socket lever is lifted up to prevent bending...
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... lever clicks on the motherboard. You can occur if you fail to secure the CPU. GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-9 CPU_FAN M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to connect the CPU...
... lever clicks on the motherboard. You can occur if you fail to secure the CPU. GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-9 CPU_FAN M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to connect the CPU...
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... assembly is notched differently to connect the CPU fan connector! Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 M5A88-M EVO Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 M5A88-M EVO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-11 DO NOT forget to prevent installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 3.
... assembly is notched differently to connect the CPU fan connector! Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 M5A88-M EVO Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 M5A88-M EVO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-11 DO NOT forget to prevent installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 3.
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With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. Install a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more memory on its Serial ... (2 x 2GB) DS - Kingston KHX2000C9AD3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB (3x 2GB ) DS - G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - M5A88-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000(O.C.)MHz capability for the dual-channel configuration. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. For effective use a more...
With ASUS design, this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. Install a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more memory on its Serial ... (2 x 2GB) DS - Kingston KHX2000C9AD3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB (3x 2GB ) DS - G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - M5A88-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000(O.C.)MHz capability for the dual-channel configuration. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. For effective use a more...
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... clips snap back in the wrong direction to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining 1 clips. DIMM notch ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-21 Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with extra force. 1 2. Press the retaining clips outward to both the...
... clips snap back in the wrong direction to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining 1 clips. DIMM notch ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-21 Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with extra force. 1 2. Press the retaining clips outward to both the...
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... CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to overclocking. CLRTC 12 23 M5A88-M EVO Normal (Default) Clear RTC M5A88-M EVO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Except when clearing the RTC RAM... cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-23
... CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to overclocking. CLRTC 12 23 M5A88-M EVO Normal (Default) Clear RTC M5A88-M EVO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Except when clearing the RTC RAM... cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-23
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... - 256MB or higher File format Non-protected clips Blu-ray Best resolution Windows® Vista Windows® 7 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-25 ESATA6G port. DVI-D port. The dual display function works only under Windows. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray...
... - 256MB or higher File format Non-protected clips Blu-ray Best resolution Windows® Vista Windows® 7 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-25 ESATA6G port. DVI-D port. The dual display function works only under Windows. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray...
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... the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the connector. COM1 PIN 1 M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-27 CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin CHA_FAN; 3-pin PWR_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. These are...
... the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the connector. COM1 PIN 1 M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-27 CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin CHA_FAN; 3-pin PWR_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. These are...
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...GND -12 Volts +3 Volts • For a fully configured system, we recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. LPT M5A88-M EVO GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND SLIN# INIT# ERR# AFD SLCT PE BUSY ACK# PD7 PD6 PD5 PD4 PD3... PD2 PD1 PD0 STB# PIN 1 M5A88-M EVO Parallel Port Connector 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports... of 300 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.
...GND -12 Volts +3 Volts • For a fully configured system, we recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. LPT M5A88-M EVO GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND SLIN# INIT# ERR# AFD SLCT PE BUSY ACK# PD7 PD6 PD5 PD4 PD3... PD2 PD1 PD0 STB# PIN 1 M5A88-M EVO Parallel Port Connector 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports... of 300 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.
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...default. The S/PDIF module is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-29 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXP6...RSATA_RXN6 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND 5. SATA6G_2 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using Windows® XP SP2 or later version. ...
...default. The S/PDIF module is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-29 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXP6...RSATA_RXN6 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND 5. SATA6G_2 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 M5A88-M EVO M5A88-M EVO Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using Windows® XP SP2 or later version. ...