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Contents Notices...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M5A88-V EVO 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 Hybrid Processor - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit)*......... 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switches 1-3 1.3.4 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 direction 2-4 2.2.4 ...
Contents Notices...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix M5A88-V EVO 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 Hybrid Processor - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit)*......... 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switches 1-3 1.3.4 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 direction 2-4 2.2.4 ...
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Contents 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 Audio configurations 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS GPU Boost 4-8 4.3.7 Turbo Unlocker 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...
Contents 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 Audio configurations 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS GPU Boost 4-8 4.3.7 Turbo Unlocker 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...
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M5A88-V EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Graphics Integrated memory Expansion slots Storage / ... processors Supports 32nm AM3+ CPU AMD® 140W CPU support AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list AMD® 880G / SB850 Up to 5200 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface ... **** Refer to DDR3 1333MHz. *** W hen overclocking, some AMD CPU models may only recognize less than 3GB. With ASUS design, this motherboard supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency. ** Due to CPU spec., AMD®...
M5A88-V EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Graphics Integrated memory Expansion slots Storage / ... processors Supports 32nm AM3+ CPU AMD® 140W CPU support AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list AMD® 880G / SB850 Up to 5200 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface ... **** Refer to DDR3 1333MHz. *** W hen overclocking, some AMD CPU models may only recognize less than 3GB. With ASUS design, this motherboard supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency. ** Due to CPU spec., AMD®...
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... 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS Power Solutions - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heat sink solution - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - M5A88-V EVO specifications summary Audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS unique features Other features ALC892 supports 8-channel High Definition Audio - GPU Boost Precision Tweaker 2 - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Hybrid Processor - Anti-Surge...
... 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS Power Solutions - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heat sink solution - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - M5A88-V EVO specifications summary Audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS unique features Other features ALC892 supports 8-channel High Definition Audio - GPU Boost Precision Tweaker 2 - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Hybrid Processor - Anti-Surge...
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xiii M5A88-V EVO 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 Optical S/PDIF ... 1 x Core Unlocker switch 1 x TPU switch 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 Q-connector (retail version only) 1 x I /O ports 4 x USB...
xiii M5A88-V EVO 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 Optical S/PDIF ... 1 x Core Unlocker switch 1 x TPU switch 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 Q-connector (retail version only) 1 x I /O ports 4 x USB...
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... 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Actual product specifications may vary with 6.0 Gb/s label 1 x ASUS I/O Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS M5A88-V EVO 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long...1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for the following items. User Manual ASUS M5A88-V EVO motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables with different models.
... 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Actual product specifications may vary with 6.0 Gb/s label 1 x ASUS I/O Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS M5A88-V EVO 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long...1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for the following items. User Manual ASUS M5A88-V EVO motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables with different models.
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... requires a mere push of the button to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades. 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switches* TPU Unleash your performance with Auto Tuning! ASUS M5A88-V EVO 1-3 Chapter 1 Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that detects the current system loadings and adjusts the power consumption...
... requires a mere push of the button to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades. 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Switches* TPU Unleash your performance with Auto Tuning! ASUS M5A88-V EVO 1-3 Chapter 1 Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that detects the current system loadings and adjusts the power consumption...
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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 M5A88-V EVO 2-1 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...
... 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 M5A88-V EVO 2-1 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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... CPU_FAN SPDIFO_ HDMI DVI_VGA F_ ESATA6G_ USB34 LAN1_USB3_12 AUDIO asmedia ASM1042 CHA_FAN ICS 9LPRS483 PCIEX1_1 AMD® 880G RTL 8111E Super I/O AAFP ALC892 SPDIF_OUT PCIEX16_1 M5A88-V EVO PCI1 PCI2 PCIEX16_2 PCI3 COM1 USB1314 USB1112 DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) PWR_FAN DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin...
... CPU_FAN SPDIFO_ HDMI DVI_VGA F_ ESATA6G_ USB34 LAN1_USB3_12 AUDIO asmedia ASM1042 CHA_FAN ICS 9LPRS483 PCIEX1_1 AMD® 880G RTL 8111E Super I/O AAFP ALC892 SPDIF_OUT PCIEX16_1 M5A88-V EVO PCI1 PCI2 PCIEX16_2 PCI3 COM1 USB1314 USB1112 DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) PWR_FAN DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin...
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... connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 2-30 2-32 2-5 2-10 2-36 2-36 2-19 2-18 2-20 2-35 2-27 2-26 2-17 2-35 2-33 2-28 2-29 2-28 2-31 2-31 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-3 2.2.2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V...
... connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 2-30 2-32 2-5 2-10 2-36 2-36 2-19 2-18 2-20 2-35 2-27 2-26 2-17 2-35 2-33 2-28 2-29 2-28 2-31 2-31 Chapter 2 ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-3 2.2.2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V...
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2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! M5A88-V EVO Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! M5A88-V EVO Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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... lever is lifted up to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Socket lever ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-5 Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Right Ensure that you use ... II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors. The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO CPU socket AM3+ 2. Chapter 2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with an AM3+ socket designed for the AM3+ socket.
... lever is lifted up to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Socket lever ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-5 Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Right Ensure that you use ... II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors. The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO CPU socket AM3+ 2. Chapter 2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with an AM3+ socket designed for the AM3+ socket.
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... instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not have to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-7
... instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not have to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-7
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When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. • This connector is backward compatible with old 3-pin CPU fan. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO CPU fan connector • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-9 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND Chapter 2 5.
When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. • This connector is backward compatible with old 3-pin CPU fan. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO CPU fan connector • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-9 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND Chapter 2 5.
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... Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations One DIMM: Install one memory module in any slot as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to...
... Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations One DIMM: Install one memory module in any slot as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to...
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...on this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. For more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-11 Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you...A and Channel B. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Visit the ASUS website for the OS can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at http://support....
...on this motherboard can be about 3GB or less. For more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-11 Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you...A and Channel B. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Visit the ASUS website for the OS can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at http://support....
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... expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-13 Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion...
... expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-13 Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion...
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... Express specifications. Chapter 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (black, at x 4 link) PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue, at x 16 link) ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-15 Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card...
... Express specifications. Chapter 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (black, at x 4 link) PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue, at x 16 link) ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-15 Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card...
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...RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-17 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to ...settings to default values. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. M5A88-V EVO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) M5A88-V EVO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Chapter 2 2.6 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you...
...RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-17 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to ...settings to default values. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. M5A88-V EVO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) M5A88-V EVO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Chapter 2 2.6 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you...