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... DDR3 1333MHz. *** W hen overclocking, some AMD CPU models may only recognize less than 3GB. M5A88-V EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Graphics Integrated memory Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX™ / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron...8482; 100 series 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...
... DDR3 1333MHz. *** W hen overclocking, some AMD CPU models may only recognize less than 3GB. M5A88-V EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Graphics Integrated memory Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX™ / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron...8482; 100 series 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...
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...system memory to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with AMD®'s latest AM3+ and multi-core CPUs to boost system performance. It is optimized with just a few clicks away. ATI® ...II / Sempron™ 100 series CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with USB 2.0 devices. 1.3.2 ASUS Hybrid Processor - settings in different scenarios. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction It features dual...
...system memory to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities. and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with AMD®'s latest AM3+ and multi-core CPUs to boost system performance. It is optimized with just a few clicks away. ATI® ...II / Sempron™ 100 series CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with USB 2.0 devices. 1.3.2 ASUS Hybrid Processor - settings in different scenarios. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction It features dual...
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...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 module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET AM3+ 02LED2 TPU 02LED1 CORE _UNLOCKER MemOK! DRAM_LED 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR SATA6G_5 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 1 11...
...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 module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET AM3+ 02LED2 TPU 02LED1 CORE _UNLOCKER MemOK! DRAM_LED 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR SATA6G_5 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 1 11...
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... (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 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 14. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 15. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin... (02LED2) 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 20. 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. AM3+ CPU Socket 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. TPU switch (TPU) 8.
... (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 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 14. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 15. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin... (02LED2) 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 20. 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. AM3+ CPU Socket 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. TPU switch (TPU) 8.
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... / Sempron™ 100 series processors. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90º angle. M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO CPU socket AM3+ 2. Socket lever ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-5 Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. The CPU fits in completely. Locate the CPU ...socket on the motherboard. The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. Otherwise, the CPU ...
... / Sempron™ 100 series processors. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90º angle. M5A88-V EVO M5A88-V EVO CPU socket AM3+ 2. Socket lever ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-5 Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. The CPU fits in completely. Locate the CPU ...socket on the motherboard. The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. Otherwise, the CPU ...
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...The retention module base is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-7 Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU...this section do not have to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The AMD® AM3+ processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard...
...The retention module base is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly. ASUS M5A88-V EVO 2-7 Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU...this section do not have to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The AMD® AM3+ processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard...
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...: [Auto] [800MHz] [1067MHz] [1333MHz] [1600MHz] [1867MHz] The [1867MHz] does not appear when you 've selected. Configuration options: [Auto] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-V EVO 3-17 Profile you install a AM3 CPU. The following two items appear only when you installed a 6-core CPU on your CPU model. Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause...
...: [Auto] [800MHz] [1067MHz] [1333MHz] [1600MHz] [1867MHz] The [1867MHz] does not appear when you 've selected. Configuration options: [Auto] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] Chapter 3 ASUS M5A88-V EVO 3-17 Profile you install a AM3 CPU. The following two items appear only when you installed a 6-core CPU on your CPU model. Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause...
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... support ATI Hybrid CrossFireX. Restart your system meets the following basic requirements: • Operating System: Windows® Vista / 7 • Memory capacity: Minimum 1GB • CPU: AM3 • On-board graphics card RAM: 256MB Visit the AMD ATI website for the latest graphics card support list. 5.2.2 Before you proceed Configure the BIOS...
... support ATI Hybrid CrossFireX. Restart your system meets the following basic requirements: • Operating System: Windows® Vista / 7 • Memory capacity: Minimum 1GB • CPU: AM3 • On-board graphics card RAM: 256MB Visit the AMD ATI website for the latest graphics card support list. 5.2.2 Before you proceed Configure the BIOS...